CVE-2018-17287 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-17287, an information disclosure vulnerability in Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console version 4.1.1.11.0.5212, allowing unauthorized access to obfuscated data in plain text.
Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console version 4.1.1.11.0.5212 has a vulnerability that allows obtaining obfuscated data in plain text through the backend.
Understanding CVE-2018-17287
This CVE involves an information disclosure vulnerability in Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console.
What is CVE-2018-17287?
The vulnerability in Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console version 4.1.1.11.0.5212 allows malicious actors to access obfuscated data, including passwords, in plain text through the backend download feature.
The Impact of CVE-2018-17287
The vulnerability enables unauthorized access to sensitive information, potentially leading to data breaches and unauthorized system access.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-17287
This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console version 4.1.1.11.0.5212 obfuscates certain data fields, such as passwords, in the user interface. However, the plain text values can be retrieved through the backend download feature.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by utilizing the backend "download" feature to access the plain text values of obfuscated data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-17287 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable or restrict access to the backend download feature.
- Monitor and audit backend access for suspicious activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement strong encryption mechanisms for sensitive data.
- Regularly update and patch the Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console to address security vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security training for users to raise awareness of data protection best practices.
- Employ network segmentation to limit access to critical systems.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates provided by Kofax to mitigate the vulnerability.