CVE-2002-1835 in Docutech 6110
Summary
by MITRE
The default configuration of Xerox DocuTech 6110 and DocuTech 6115 running Solaris 8.0 has a large number of unnecessary services enabled such as RPC and sprayd, which could allow remote attackers to obtain access to the device.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/04/2024
The CVE-2002-1835 vulnerability affects Xerox DocuTech 6110 and 6115 multifunction devices running Solaris 8.0 operating system, presenting a significant security risk through excessive service exposure. These devices are network-connected printing systems commonly deployed in enterprise environments where they serve as critical components for document processing and output management. The vulnerability stems from the default configuration practices that leave numerous network services active and accessible without proper security hardening, creating an attack surface that adversaries can exploit to gain unauthorized access to the device's underlying operating system.
The technical flaw manifests through the activation of multiple unnecessary services including RPC (Remote Procedure Call) and sprayd daemon processes that are not required for the device's core printing functions. RPC services typically provide distributed computing capabilities that allow remote execution of procedures across network boundaries, while sprayd is a service that handles various network protocols for device communication. These services operate with elevated privileges and listen on network ports, creating potential entry points for attackers who can leverage these exposed services to execute arbitrary code, escalate privileges, or gain full administrative control over the device. The vulnerability represents a classic case of poor security configuration where default installations fail to implement the principle of least privilege.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access to include potential data breaches, device compromise, and network infiltration. Attackers who successfully exploit this vulnerability can use the compromised device as a foothold for further attacks within the corporate network, potentially accessing sensitive documents or using the device as a pivot point to attack other systems. The remote nature of the attack means that adversaries do not require physical access to the device, making the threat particularly concerning for organizations that deploy these devices in unsecured network segments. This vulnerability directly aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer protocol usage and CWE-255 for insecure default passwords or credentials, though the specific issue here relates to unnecessary service exposure rather than credential flaws.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigation measures including disabling or removing unnecessary services, configuring proper network segmentation to isolate these devices, and applying firewall rules to restrict access to only essential ports and protocols. The recommended approach involves conducting a comprehensive security audit of all network-connected devices to identify and disable services that are not required for business operations. Network administrators should also consider implementing intrusion detection systems to monitor for unauthorized access attempts and establish regular security assessments to ensure that device configurations remain secure over time. This vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of applying security best practices such as the principle of least privilege and regular security hardening procedures to prevent exploitation of default configurations that may leave systems vulnerable to remote attacks.