CVE-2011-3423 in Managed File Transfer Internet Server
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Managed File Transfer server in TIBCO Managed File Transfer Internet Server before 7.1.1 and Managed File Transfer Command Center before 7.1.1, and the server in TIBCO Slingshot before 1.8.1, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/20/2021
The CVE-2011-3423 vulnerability represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw affecting multiple TIBCO managed file transfer products including the Managed File Transfer Internet Server and Command Center, as well as the TIBCO Slingshot server. This vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category of Cross-Site Scripting, which is a pervasive web application security weakness that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. The vulnerability exists in versions prior to 7.1.1 for the Managed File Transfer products and 1.8.1 for Slingshot, indicating that these specific releases contained insufficient input validation and output encoding mechanisms to prevent malicious script injection.
The technical flaw manifests through unspecified vectors that allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML content into the affected systems. This type of vulnerability typically occurs when applications fail to properly sanitize user input before rendering it in web responses, creating opportunities for attackers to execute malicious code within the context of other users' browsers. The affected TIBCO products handle file transfer operations and provide web-based interfaces for management and monitoring, making them prime targets for such attacks. The vulnerability's remote nature means that attackers can exploit it without requiring physical access to the system, potentially compromising user sessions and accessing sensitive data.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, and unauthorized data access within the managed file transfer environment. Attackers could potentially manipulate file transfer operations, gain access to sensitive business data, or disrupt file transfer processes that are critical to enterprise operations. The affected products are commonly used in financial services, healthcare, and other regulated industries where data integrity and security are paramount, making this vulnerability particularly concerning for organizations handling sensitive information. The vulnerability's presence in server components suggests that it could affect the entire file transfer infrastructure rather than just individual user interfaces.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2011-3423 should focus on immediate patching of affected versions to 7.1.1 or later for Managed File Transfer products and 1.8.1 or later for Slingshot, as these releases contain the necessary security fixes. Organizations should also implement additional protective measures including input validation controls, output encoding of all user-supplied data, and regular security assessments of web applications. Network segmentation and access controls can help limit the potential impact of exploitation attempts. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1566 for initial access through malicious file or code execution, and T1071 for application layer protocol usage, making it a significant concern for enterprise security teams implementing comprehensive threat detection and response strategies.