CVE-2006-6428 in WorkCentre
Summary
by MITRE
Xerox WorkCentre and WorkCentre Pro before 12.060.17.000, 13.x before 13.060.17.000, and 14.x before 14.060.17.000 allow remote attackers to gain access via unspecified vectors related to "browser permissions."
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/19/2016
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-6428 affects Xerox WorkCentre and WorkCentre Pro multifunction devices across multiple software versions including 12.x series before 12.060.17.000, 13.x series before 13.060.17.000, and 14.x series before 14.060.17.000. This security flaw resides within the device's web-based interface and relates to improper handling of browser permissions, creating a significant remote access risk for unauthorized parties. The affected devices typically serve as critical components in enterprise environments where they handle sensitive document processing and network communications, making them attractive targets for malicious actors seeking to exploit network vulnerabilities.
The technical nature of this vulnerability stems from inadequate browser permission controls within the device's web interface implementation. When users access the device's administrative web portal through a browser, the system fails to properly validate and enforce access controls, potentially allowing remote attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms or escalate privileges. This issue falls under the category of improper access control as classified by CWE-285, which specifically addresses scenarios where systems fail to properly enforce access restrictions. The unspecified vectors suggest that the vulnerability could be exploited through various attack pathways including but not limited to session manipulation, credential theft, or direct interface exploitation, making the attack surface more expansive than typical permission-based flaws.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is substantial for organizations relying on these Xerox devices, as it enables remote attackers to potentially gain unauthorized administrative access to critical document management systems. Attackers could exploit this weakness to modify device configurations, access stored documents, intercept print jobs, or even use the device as a pivot point for further network attacks. The vulnerability directly relates to the ATT&CK technique T1071.004 which covers web protocols and T1068 which involves local privilege escalation, though in this case the attack vector is remote rather than local. Organizations may face significant consequences including data breaches, compliance violations, and operational disruption when these devices are compromised, particularly in environments where they handle sensitive corporate or government information.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate firmware updates to the patched versions mentioned in the CVE description, specifically versions 12.060.17.000, 13.060.17.000, and 14.060.17.000. Network segmentation should be implemented to isolate these devices from critical internal systems, and access controls should be tightened through firewall rules and network access control lists. Organizations should also consider disabling unnecessary web interface functionality and implementing robust monitoring for unauthorized access attempts. Additionally, regular security assessments should be conducted to identify other potential vulnerabilities in similar networked devices, as this type of browser permission flaw often indicates broader security architecture weaknesses that may affect other components within the enterprise environment.