CVE-2020-8982 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

An unauthenticated arbitrary file read issue exists in all versions of Citrix ShareFile StorageZones Controller, including the most recent 5.10.x releases as of May 2020. RCE and file access are granted to everything hosted by ShareFile, whether on-premise or inside Citrix Cloud.

Understanding CVE-2020-8982

This CVE involves an unauthenticated arbitrary file read vulnerability in Citrix ShareFile StorageZones Controller, affecting various product versions.

What is CVE-2020-8982?

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to read files in Citrix ShareFile StorageZones Controller, potentially leading to remote code execution and unauthorized access to files.

The Impact of CVE-2020-8982

The exploit can grant access to sensitive information hosted by ShareFile, posing a significant risk to data confidentiality and system integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-8982

This section provides detailed technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The issue allows unauthenticated users to read arbitrary files, potentially leading to unauthorized access and remote code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

All versions of Citrix ShareFile StorageZones Controller, including 5.10.x releases as of May 2020
Specifically exploitable if a storage zone was created using versions 5.9.0, 5.8.0, 5.7.0, 5.6.0, 5.5.0, or earlier

Exploitation Mechanism

Exploitation depends on the product version used during the initial setup step, not the current version during assessment.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-8982 with these mitigation strategies.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Citrix ShareFile StorageZones Controller to the latest version
Monitor and restrict access to sensitive files and directories
Implement strong authentication mechanisms

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly audit and review file access permissions
Conduct security training for employees on data protection best practices

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates promptly to mitigate known vulnerabilities