CVE-2011-2222 in Data Synchronizer
Summary
by MITRE
Session fixation vulnerability in WebAdmin in the Mobility Pack before 1.2 in Novell Data Synchronizer 1.x through 1.1.2 build 428 allows remote attackers to hijack web sessions via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 01/16/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2011-2222 represents a critical session fixation flaw within the WebAdmin component of Novell Data Synchronizer's Mobility Pack. This issue affects versions 1.x through 1.1.2 build 428, specifically targeting the mobility pack's web administration interface. The flaw enables remote attackers to exploit session management mechanisms and hijack active web sessions, potentially gaining unauthorized access to administrative functions and sensitive data within the synchronizer environment. The vulnerability stems from improper session handling where session identifiers are not properly regenerated or validated upon user authentication, creating opportunities for attackers to maintain persistent access to systems they have compromised.
The technical implementation of this session fixation vulnerability occurs within the WebAdmin interface of the Mobility Pack, where session tokens are not adequately managed during the authentication process. Attackers can exploit this weakness by obtaining a valid session identifier and then forcing a victim to use the same session token, effectively allowing the attacker to impersonate the victim within the web application. This type of vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-384, which specifically addresses session fixation issues in web applications. The flaw operates at the application layer and requires minimal privileges to exploit, as it leverages existing authentication mechanisms rather than requiring additional attack vectors. The unspecified vectors mentioned in the description suggest that the vulnerability could be exploited through various methods including but not limited to cross-site scripting attacks, man-in-the-middle interception, or direct web interface manipulation.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it can lead to complete compromise of the Data Synchronizer environment. An attacker who successfully hijacks a session could potentially modify synchronization settings, access sensitive user data, perform administrative functions, or even establish persistent backdoors within the system. The mobility pack's role in data synchronization makes this particularly dangerous, as compromised sessions could lead to data exfiltration, modification of synchronization policies, or disruption of business continuity operations. Organizations using Novell Data Synchronizer versions affected by this vulnerability face significant risk of unauthorized data access and potential regulatory compliance violations, especially in environments where sensitive personal or corporate data is synchronized across multiple devices and platforms. The vulnerability's remote exploitability means that attackers do not require physical access to the system or network to carry out successful attacks.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2011-2222 should prioritize immediate patching of affected systems to version 1.2 or later of the Mobility Pack where the session fixation vulnerability has been addressed. Organizations should implement proper session management practices including session token regeneration upon successful authentication, implementing secure session cookie attributes such as HttpOnly and Secure flags, and ensuring proper session timeout mechanisms are in place. Network segmentation and access controls should be reinforced to limit exposure of the WebAdmin interface to trusted networks only, while implementing additional authentication layers such as multi-factor authentication to reduce the impact of session hijacking attempts. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual session behavior patterns, and regular security audits should verify that session management practices are properly implemented across all web applications within the organization. The remediation process should also include comprehensive testing to ensure that the patch does not introduce compatibility issues with existing synchronization workflows or integration points within the broader enterprise environment.