CVE-2017-5536 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2017-5536 affecting TIBCO DataSynapse GridServer Manager. Find out how authenticated users could exploit vulnerabilities for XSS and CSRF attacks. Take immediate steps to update affected versions for security.
TIBCO Software Inc's components, namely the GridServer Broker and GridServer Director, within TIBCO DataSynapse GridServer Manager, have been found to have vulnerabilities that can lead to cross-site scripting (XSS) and cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks.
Understanding CVE-2017-5536
This CVE involves vulnerabilities in TIBCO DataSynapse GridServer Manager that could be exploited by authenticated users.
What is CVE-2017-5536?
The vulnerabilities in TIBCO DataSynapse GridServer Manager can allow an authenticated user to execute XSS attacks and potentially become a victim of CSRF attacks.
The Impact of CVE-2017-5536
The vulnerability could enable a malicious actor to gain access to more privileged accounts or sensitive information managed by the affected components.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-5536
This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The GridServer Broker and GridServer Director components of TIBCO DataSynapse GridServer Manager are susceptible to XSS and CSRF attacks.
Affected Systems and Versions
- TIBCO DataSynapse GridServer Manager versions up to and including 5.1.3, 6.0.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.1.0, 6.1.1, and 6.2.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Attack Vector: Network
- Privileges Required: Low
- User Interaction: Required
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: Low
- Scope: Unchanged
- Vector String: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the vulnerabilities.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update TIBCO DataSynapse GridServer Manager versions as follows:
- Versions 5.1.3 and below to version 5.2.0 or higher
- Versions 6.0.0, 6.0.1, and 6.0.2 to version 6.3.0 or higher
- Versions 6.1.0 and 6.1.1 to version 6.3.0 or higher
- Version 6.2.0 to version 6.3.0 or higher
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and update software components
- Implement security best practices to prevent XSS and CSRF attacks
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by TIBCO to address the vulnerabilities