CVE-2017-6038 : Security Advisory and Response

A Cross-Site Request Forgery vulnerability was discovered in the Belden Hirschmann GECKO Lite Managed switch, Version 2.0.00 and earlier versions, allowing unauthorized requests to be executed.

Understanding CVE-2017-6038

This CVE identifies a security flaw in the Belden Hirschmann GECKO Lite Managed switch that could be exploited through Cross-Site Request Forgery.

What is CVE-2017-6038?

The vulnerability in the Belden Hirschmann GECKO Lite Managed switch allows attackers to forge requests, potentially leading to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of authenticated users.

The Impact of CVE-2017-6038

This vulnerability could result in unauthorized access, data manipulation, or other malicious activities by exploiting the lack of proper request authentication in the affected switch.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-6038

The following technical details outline the specifics of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The web application of the Belden Hirschmann GECKO Lite Managed switch fails to adequately authenticate the source of user-submitted requests, enabling Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Belden Hirschmann GECKO
Versions: Version 2.0.00 and earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows attackers to craft malicious requests that are executed as legitimate users, potentially leading to unauthorized actions within the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-6038 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by the vendor promptly.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and firmware to address security vulnerabilities.
Educate users about the risks of clicking on unknown links or accessing suspicious websites.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories and updates from the vendor.
Regularly check for firmware updates and apply them as soon as they are available.