CVE-2017-8613 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-8613, an elevation of privilege vulnerability in Azure AD Connect allowing unauthorized access to privileged accounts. Find mitigation steps and update information.
Azure AD Connect Password writeback misconfiguration leads to an elevation of privilege vulnerability allowing unauthorized access to AD privileged accounts.
Understanding CVE-2017-8613
If there is a misconfiguration in enabling Azure AD Connect Password writeback, it creates a vulnerability known as "Azure AD Connect Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker to reset passwords and gain unauthorized access to arbitrary on-premises AD privileged user accounts.
What is CVE-2017-8613?
Azure AD Connect Password writeback, if misconfigured during enablement, allows an attacker to reset passwords and gain unauthorized access to arbitrary on-premises AD privileged user accounts aka "Azure AD Connect Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
The Impact of CVE-2017-8613
- Attackers can reset passwords and access on-premises AD privileged user accounts.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-8613
Vulnerability Description
- Vulnerability Type: Elevation of Privilege
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Azure AD Connect
- Vendor: Microsoft Corporation
- Vulnerable Versions: Azure AD Connect versions prior to version 1.1.553.0
Exploitation Mechanism
- Misconfiguration in enabling Azure AD Connect Password writeback
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Azure AD Connect to version 1.1.553.0 or later
- Ensure proper configuration of Azure AD Connect Password writeback
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update security configurations
- Monitor for unauthorized access and password resets
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches and updates provided by Microsoft