CVE-2008-6569 in Garoon
Summary
by MITRE
Session fixation vulnerability in Cybozu Garoon 2.0.0 through 2.1.3 allows remote attackers to hijack web sessions via the session ID in the login page.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/03/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-6569 represents a critical session fixation flaw within Cybozu Garoon versions 2.0.0 through 2.1.3, exposing web applications to unauthorized session hijacking attacks. This vulnerability specifically targets the authentication mechanism of the Garoon collaboration platform, which is widely used for enterprise workflow management and document sharing. The flaw allows remote attackers to exploit the session management system by manipulating session identifiers during the login process, potentially enabling them to gain unauthorized access to user accounts and sensitive corporate data.
The technical implementation of this session fixation vulnerability occurs when the application fails to properly regenerate session identifiers upon successful authentication. In affected versions of Cybozu Garoon, the system maintains the same session ID throughout the authentication process, including after login. This means that if an attacker can obtain a valid session ID before a user authenticates, they can reuse that identifier after the user logs in, effectively taking over the user's session. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it operates at the application layer, requiring no special privileges or complex exploitation techniques, and can be executed through simple web-based attacks.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access to encompass potential data breaches, privilege escalation, and corporate security compromise. Attackers exploiting this flaw can gain access to confidential business information, manipulate workflow processes, and potentially move laterally within corporate networks. The vulnerability affects organizations using Cybozu Garoon for critical business functions including document management, workflow automation, and collaboration tools. Given that many enterprises rely on such platforms for their day-to-day operations, the potential for business disruption and financial loss is significant. The attack vector is particularly concerning as it can be executed through standard web browsing activities, making it difficult to detect and prevent through traditional network monitoring.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including upgrading to patched versions of Cybozu Garoon, implementing proper session regeneration mechanisms, and deploying additional security controls such as secure session cookie attributes and web application firewalls. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-384, which specifically addresses session fixation issues in web applications, and can be mapped to ATT&CK technique T1563.002 for credential access through session hijacking. Additional defensive measures include implementing multi-factor authentication, monitoring for suspicious session behavior, and conducting regular security assessments of web applications. The remediation process should involve comprehensive testing to ensure that session identifiers are properly regenerated after authentication and that session management follows industry best practices.