CVE-2020-11838 : Security Advisory and Response

Micro Focus ArcSight Management Center is affected by a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions 2.6.1, 2.7.x, 2.8.x, 2.9.x prior to 2.9.4, allowing remote exploitation leading to XSS or information disclosure.

Understanding CVE-2020-11838

This CVE identifies a critical XSS vulnerability in Micro Focus ArcSight Management Center.

What is CVE-2020-11838?

The CVE-2020-11838 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting specific versions of Micro Focus ArcSight Management Center. It can be exploited remotely, potentially resulting in XSS attacks or information disclosure.

The Impact of CVE-2020-11838

The vulnerability poses a significant risk as attackers can exploit it remotely, leading to potential XSS attacks or disclosure of sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-11838

Micro Focus ArcSight Management Center's vulnerability is detailed below:

Vulnerability Description

Type: Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Product Affected: ArcSight Management Center
Versions Affected: 2.6.1, 2.7.x, 2.8.x, 2.9.x prior to 2.9.4

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: ArcSight Management Center
Versions: 2.6.1, 2.7.x, 2.8.x, 2.9.x prior to 2.9.4

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited remotely, potentially resulting in Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks or information disclosure.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-11838, follow these steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the latest security patches provided by Micro Focus.
Implement network security measures to prevent remote exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all systems running ArcSight Management Center are updated to version 2.9.4 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.