CVE-2017-5141 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

A vulnerability has been identified in Honeywell XL Web II Controller that allows attackers to exploit authenticated sessions through session fixation.

Understanding CVE-2017-5141

What is CVE-2017-5141?

This CVE refers to a flaw in Honeywell XL Web II Controller versions XL1000C500 XLWebExe-2-01-00 and earlier, and XLWeb 500 XLWebExe-1-02-08 and earlier, enabling attackers to create a new user session without invalidating existing session identifiers.

The Impact of CVE-2017-5141

This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit authenticated sessions, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-5141

Vulnerability Description

An attacker can establish a new user session without invalidating any existing session identifier, facilitating the exploitation of authenticated sessions (SESSION FIXATION).

Affected Systems and Versions

Honeywell XL Web II Controller versions XL1000C500 XLWebExe-2-01-00 and earlier
XLWeb 500 XLWebExe-1-02-08 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by creating a new user session without disrupting existing session identifiers, allowing them to manipulate authenticated sessions.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement session management best practices to prevent session fixation attacks
Regularly monitor and audit user sessions for any suspicious activity

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities
Educate users on secure session management practices to mitigate risks

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Honeywell to address this vulnerability and enhance system security