CVE-2018-1155 : What You Need to Know

In SecurityCenter versions prior to 5.7.0, a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability allowed authenticated attackers to inject JavaScript code into the image filename parameter within the Reports feature. Updated input validation techniques have been implemented to address this issue.

Understanding CVE-2018-1155

In previous versions of SecurityCenter, a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability posed a security risk that has been mitigated through improved input validation.

What is CVE-2018-1155?

CVE-2018-1155 refers to a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Tenable's SecurityCenter versions before 5.7.0, enabling authenticated attackers to insert malicious JavaScript code into the Reports feature.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1155

The vulnerability could be exploited by authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code within the application, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1155

In-depth technical insights into the vulnerability and its implications.

Vulnerability Description

The XSS flaw in SecurityCenter versions prior to 5.7.0 allowed attackers to manipulate the image filename parameter in Reports, posing a risk of injecting malicious scripts.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SecurityCenter
Vendor: Tenable
Vulnerable Versions: All versions before 5.7.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with authenticated access could exploit the vulnerability by inserting JavaScript code into the image filename parameter in the Reports section.

Mitigation and Prevention

Best practices to address and prevent CVE-2018-1155.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update SecurityCenter to version 5.7.0 or later to eliminate the XSS vulnerability.
Regularly monitor and audit the Reports feature for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security training for users to recognize and report suspicious activities.
Implement strict input validation and output encoding practices to prevent XSS attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Tenable for SecurityCenter.