CVE-2017-4998 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-4998 affecting EMC RSA Archer versions 5.4.1.3, 5.5.3.1, 5.5.2.3, 5.5.2, 5.5.1.3.1, 5.5.1.1. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this cross-site request forgery vulnerability.
EMC RSA Archer versions 5.4.1.3, 5.5.3.1, 5.5.2.3, 5.5.2, 5.5.1.3.1, 5.5.1.1 are potentially affected by a cross-site request forgery vulnerability. This could allow a remote attacker with low privileges to perform unauthorized requests on behalf of the victim.
Understanding CVE-2017-4998
This CVE involves a vulnerability in EMC RSA Archer versions that could be exploited by attackers to execute unauthorized requests.
What is CVE-2017-4998?
CVE-2017-4998 is a cross-site request forgery vulnerability in EMC RSA Archer versions 5.4.1.3, 5.5.3.1, 5.5.2.3, 5.5.2, 5.5.1.3.1, 5.5.1.1.
The Impact of CVE-2017-4998
The vulnerability could be exploited by a remote attacker with low privileges to carry out unauthorized requests using the victim's privileges.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-4998
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in EMC RSA Archer versions allows for cross-site request forgery, enabling unauthorized requests by attackers.
Affected Systems and Versions
- RSA Archer version 5.4.1.3
- RSA Archer version 5.5.3.1
- RSA Archer version 5.5.2.3
- RSA Archer version 5.5.2
- RSA Archer version 5.5.1.3.1
- RSA Archer version 5.5.1.1
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers with low privileges can exploit the vulnerability to perform unauthorized requests on behalf of the victim, leveraging the victim's authenticated user privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-4998 is crucial to maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by the vendor promptly.
- Monitor and restrict network traffic to potentially affected systems.
- Educate users on recognizing and avoiding suspicious links or emails.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement strong authentication mechanisms.
- Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security audits and assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest patches and security fixes.