CVE-2008-1321 in ASG-Sentry
Summary
by MITRE
The FxIAList service in ASG-Sentry Network Manager 7.0.0 and earlier does require authentication, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (service termination) via the exit command to TCP port 6162, or have other impacts via other commands.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/19/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-1321 affects the FxIAList service component within ASG-Sentry Network Manager version 7.0.0 and earlier systems. This represents a critical security flaw that stems from insufficient authentication mechanisms within the network management service. The vulnerability specifically targets TCP port 6162 which serves as the communication endpoint for the FxIAList service, making it accessible to remote attackers without proper credential verification. The absence of authentication requirements creates an exploitable entry point that can be leveraged for various malicious activities including service disruption and potential system compromise.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability lies in the service's failure to validate incoming connections before processing commands. When remote attackers send the exit command to TCP port 6162, the service terminates without proper authentication checks, leading to immediate denial of service conditions that can disrupt network monitoring operations. Beyond the obvious denial of service impact, the vulnerability allows attackers to execute other commands against the service without authorization, potentially enabling more sophisticated attacks including data manipulation, unauthorized access to network monitoring information, or system reconnaissance activities. This weakness directly violates fundamental security principles of access control and authentication that are essential for network management systems.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple service termination, as network administrators may experience complete loss of monitoring capabilities during attack periods. Organizations relying on ASG-Sentry Network Manager for network security monitoring could face significant operational challenges when attackers exploit this vulnerability, potentially leading to undetected network intrusions or compromised security posture. The vulnerability affects the availability and integrity of network management services, creating opportunities for attackers to gain unauthorized access to critical network infrastructure monitoring capabilities. This can result in extended periods of reduced network visibility and increased risk of undetected security incidents within the monitored network environment.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2008-1321 should prioritize immediate implementation of network segmentation and access control measures to restrict access to TCP port 6162. Organizations should deploy firewall rules to limit access to this port to only trusted administrative hosts and implement network access control lists to prevent unauthorized remote connections. The most effective long-term solution involves upgrading to ASG-Sentry Network Manager versions that properly implement authentication mechanisms for the FxIAList service and other network management components. Additionally, network administrators should implement comprehensive monitoring of port 6162 activity to detect and respond to unauthorized access attempts. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-305 authentication weakness categories and represents a typical attack vector that could be classified under ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploit public-facing application, making it a critical priority for immediate remediation and network security hardening efforts.