CVE-2018-6447 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-6447, a Reflective Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability in Brocade Fabric OS versions before v9.0.0. Discover impacts, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
A potential security issue known as a Reflective Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability has been discovered in the HTTP Management Interface of Brocade Fabric OS versions prior to Brocade Fabric OS v9.0.0, v8.2.2c, v8.2.1e, v8.1.2k, v8.2.0_CBN3, v7.4.2g. This vulnerability may allow authorized attackers who have access to the web interface to gain control of a user's session and assume control of the affected user's account.
Understanding CVE-2018-6447
This CVE identifies a Reflective Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability in Brocade Fabric OS versions before v9.0.0, v8.2.2c, v8.2.1e, v8.1.2k, v8.2.0_CBN3, v7.4.2g.
What is CVE-2018-6447?
Reflective Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability allows attackers to potentially hijack user sessions through the HTTP Management Interface of affected Brocade Fabric OS versions.
The Impact of CVE-2018-6447
- Authorized attackers with web interface access can take over user sessions and accounts.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-6447
This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
- Type: Reflective XSS Vulnerability
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Brocade Fabric OS
- Versions Affected: Brocade Fabric OS versions before v9.0.0, v8.2.2c, v8.2.1e, v8.1.2k, v8.2.0_CBN3, v7.4.2g
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers exploit the vulnerability through the HTTP Management Interface to gain unauthorized control over user sessions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protect your systems and data from potential exploits by following these mitigation strategies.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update affected systems to Brocade Fabric OS versions v9.0.0 or later.
- Restrict access to the web interface to authorized users only.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and audit web interface access logs.
- Educate users on safe browsing practices to prevent XSS attacks.
Patching and Updates
- Stay informed about security advisories and promptly apply patches released by Brocade to address vulnerabilities.