CVE-2017-8795 : What You Need to Know

A vulnerability has been found in Accellion FTA devices prior to FTA_9_12_180. The home/seos/courier/smtpg_add.html page contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) flaw in the param parameter.

Understanding CVE-2017-8795

An issue was discovered on Accellion FTA devices before FTA_9_12_180. There is XSS in home/seos/courier/smtpg_add.html with the param parameter.

What is CVE-2017-8795?

CVE-2017-8795 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in Accellion FTA devices before version FTA_9_12_180.

The Impact of CVE-2017-8795

This vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-8795

Accellion FTA devices are affected by the following:

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability exists in the home/seos/courier/smtpg_add.html page due to inadequate input validation in the param parameter, enabling XSS attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Accellion FTA devices
Versions affected: Prior to FTA_9_12_180

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into the param parameter of the specified page, tricking users into executing the scripts unknowingly.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2017-8795, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Accellion FTA devices to version FTA_9_12_180 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement input validation mechanisms to sanitize user inputs and prevent XSS attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit web applications for security vulnerabilities.
Educate users about the risks of executing scripts from untrusted sources.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Accellion to address known vulnerabilities.