Learn about CVE-2017-5998, a Cross-site scripting vulnerability in InterSect Alliance SNARE Epilog for UNIX version 1.5, allowing remote authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. Find mitigation steps and preventive measures here.
InterSect Alliance SNARE Epilog for UNIX version 1.5 is vulnerable to Cross-site scripting (XSS) that allows remote authenticated users to inject malicious scripts or HTML into the system.
Understanding CVE-2017-5998
What is CVE-2017-5998?
This CVE identifies a Cross-site scripting vulnerability in InterSect Alliance SNARE Epilog for UNIX version 1.5, enabling remote authenticated users to insert arbitrary web script or HTML via a specific parameter.
The Impact of CVE-2017-5998
The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts within the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or system manipulation.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-5998
Vulnerability Description
The XSS vulnerability in SNARE Epilog for UNIX version 1.5 permits the injection of web scripts or HTML through the 'str_log_name' parameter during the 'Add' action in the 'Web Admin Portal > Log Configuration' feature.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers with remote authenticated access can exploit the vulnerability by manipulating the 'str_log_name' parameter in the 'Web Admin Portal > Log Configuration > Add' action.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Apply patches or updates provided by InterSect Alliance to address the XSS vulnerability in SNARE Epilog for UNIX version 1.5.