CVE-2019-11677 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2019-11677, a vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer allowing XXE Injection. Find out how to mitigate the risk and prevent unauthorized access.
Zoho ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer's Custom Report import function, prior to version 12.3 Build 123224, contains a vulnerability that makes it susceptible to XML External Entity (XXE) Injection.
Understanding CVE-2019-11677
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Zoho ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer that could allow for XML External Entity (XXE) Injection.
What is CVE-2019-11677?
The Custom Report import function in Zoho ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer before version 12.3 Build 123224 is vulnerable to XML External Entity (XXE) Injection.
The Impact of CVE-2019-11677
This vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to perform XML External Entity (XXE) Injection attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or system compromise.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-11677
Zoho ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer's vulnerability to XXE Injection.
Vulnerability Description
The Custom Report import function in Zoho ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer before version 12.3 Build 123224 is susceptible to XML External Entity (XXE) Injection.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Zoho ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer
- Versions affected: Prior to 12.3 Build 123224
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious XML entities through the Custom Report import function, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or system compromise.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2019-11677 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update Zoho ManageEngine Firewall Analyzer to version 12.3 Build 123224 or later.
- Restrict access to the Custom Report import function to trusted users only.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor for security updates and patches from Zoho ManageEngine.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by Zoho ManageEngine promptly to mitigate the risk of XXE Injection vulnerabilities.