CVE-2019-14478 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-14478 affecting NetCrunch web client version 10.6.0.4587. Understand the XSS vulnerability, its impact, and mitigation steps to secure your systems.
NetCrunch web client version 10.6.0.4587 is vulnerable to stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks, allowing malicious actors to execute JavaScript code in the victim's browser.
Understanding CVE-2019-14478
This CVE identifies a specific vulnerability in the NetCrunch web client version 10.6.0.4587, related to a feature called AdRem NetCrunch.
What is CVE-2019-14478?
The vulnerability, known as stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), arises due to incorrect encoding of user input data. This flaw enables attackers to inject and execute JavaScript code within the user's browser.
The Impact of CVE-2019-14478
Exploiting this vulnerability requires the victim to interact with a node containing an XSS payload in its "Display Name," potentially leading to unauthorized code execution.
Technical Details of CVE-2019-14478
NetCrunch web client version 10.6.0.4587 is susceptible to XSS attacks due to improper handling of user input.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows attackers to insert malicious scripts into the application, which are then executed in the context of the user's browser.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: NetCrunch web client
- Vendor: AdRem
- Version: 10.6.0.4587
Exploitation Mechanism
To exploit this vulnerability, attackers embed XSS payloads in the "Display Name" of a node, tricking users into triggering the malicious code.
Mitigation and Prevention
It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2019-14478.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update NetCrunch web client to a patched version that addresses the XSS vulnerability.
- Educate users about the risks of interacting with nodes containing suspicious content.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement input validation mechanisms to sanitize user input and prevent XSS attacks.
- Regularly monitor and audit the application for security vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by AdRem to fix the XSS vulnerability in the NetCrunch web client.