CVE-2017-8005 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2017-8005, a vulnerability in EMC RSA products allowing remote authenticated attackers to insert malicious HTML code. Find mitigation steps and patching recommendations here.
Multiple stored cross-site scripting vulnerabilities have been identified in EMC RSA products, including RSA Identity Governance and Lifecycle, RSA Via Lifecycle and Governance, and RSA Identity Management and Governance (RSA IMG).
Understanding CVE-2017-8005
What is CVE-2017-8005?
The CVE-2017-8005 vulnerability involves multiple stored cross-site scripting vulnerabilities in various versions of EMC RSA products. Attackers with remote authenticated access could exploit these vulnerabilities to insert arbitrary HTML code into the affected applications.
The Impact of CVE-2017-8005
These vulnerabilities pose a significant risk as they could allow remote authenticated attackers to manipulate the affected applications by injecting malicious HTML code.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-8005
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability affects the following versions of EMC RSA products:
- RSA Identity Governance and Lifecycle versions 7.0.1, 7.0.2 with all patch levels
- RSA Via Lifecycle and Governance version 7.0 with all patch levels
- RSA Identity Management and Governance version 6.9.1 with all patch levels
Affected Systems and Versions
- RSA Identity Governance and Lifecycle versions 7.0.1, 7.0.2 with all patch levels
- RSA Via Lifecycle and Governance version 7.0 with all patch levels
- RSA Identity Management and Governance version 6.9.1 with all patch levels
Exploitation Mechanism
Remote authenticated attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities to inject arbitrary HTML code into the affected EMC RSA applications.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by EMC RSA promptly
- Monitor and restrict access to the affected applications
- Educate users on safe browsing practices
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and applications
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing
- Implement web application firewalls and security protocols
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all EMC RSA products, specifically the affected versions, are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.