CVE-2022-25628 : Security Advisory and Response

An authenticated user can perform XML eXternal Entity injection in Management Console in Symantec Identity Manager 14.4.

Understanding CVE-2022-25628

This CVE-2022-25628 involves XML eXternal Entity injection (XXE) in Symantec Identity Manager 14.4.

What is CVE-2022-25628?

CVE-2022-25628 allows an authenticated user to perform XML eXternal Entity injection in the Management Console of Symantec Identity Manager 14.4.

The Impact of CVE-2022-25628

This vulnerability could be exploited by an authenticated attacker to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-25628

In this section, we will delve into the vulnerability description, affected systems and versions, as well as the exploitation mechanism.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to execute XML eXternal Entity injection in the Management Console of Symantec Identity Manager 14.4.

Affected Systems and Versions

Symantec Identity Governance and Administration versions 14.3 and 14.4 are affected by this vulnerability.

Exploitation Mechanism

An authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to perform XML eXternal Entity injection, potentially leading to sensitive data exposure or system compromise.

Mitigation and Prevention

To mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2022-25628, follow the outlined steps below.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the security patch provided by Symantec for Symantec Identity Manager 14.4.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and applications to prevent known vulnerabilities.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address security gaps.

Patching and Updates

Keep abreast of security advisories from Symantec and promptly apply patches to address any newly discovered vulnerabilities.