CVE-2013-1614 in Security Information Manager
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in the management console (aka Java console) on the Symantec Security Information Manager (SSIM) appliance 4.7.x and 4.8.x before 4.8.1 allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/19/2018
The Symantec Security Information Manager (SSIM) appliance presents a critical security vulnerability through multiple cross-site scripting flaws discovered in its management console interface. These vulnerabilities affect versions 4.7.x and 4.8.x prior to 4.8.1, creating a significant risk for organizations relying on this security information and event management solution. The flaw resides within the Java console component that serves as the primary administrative interface for managing the SSIM appliance, making it a prime target for malicious actors seeking to exploit the system's administrative capabilities.
The technical nature of this vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and output encoding within the management console's web interface. Attackers can leverage unspecified vectors to inject malicious web scripts or HTML content directly into the console's user interface, potentially compromising the administrative session. This weakness allows unauthorized parties to execute arbitrary code within the context of the victim's browser, effectively bypassing traditional security controls that protect against such attacks. The vulnerability operates through the fundamental principle of XSS where malicious scripts are executed in the victim's browser when they view a compromised page, enabling attackers to perform actions on behalf of authenticated users.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, as it provides attackers with potential access to sensitive administrative functions within the SSIM appliance. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to manipulate security policies, view confidential data, modify system configurations, or even escalate privileges within the appliance environment. Given that SSIM appliances typically process and store critical security information including log data, threat intelligence, and security event details, the compromise of the management console could lead to complete system infiltration and data exfiltration. The attack surface is particularly concerning as it targets the administrative interface that organizations depend upon for monitoring and managing their security infrastructure.
Organizations should prioritize immediate remediation by upgrading to SSIM version 4.8.1 or later, which contains the necessary patches to address these XSS vulnerabilities. Additionally, implementing network segmentation and access controls around the SSIM appliance can help limit exposure, while regular security assessments should verify that no unauthorized modifications have occurred. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-79 which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws, and maps to ATT&CK technique T1059.007 for scripting languages, demonstrating how attackers can leverage web-based vulnerabilities to establish persistent access. Security teams should also implement web application firewalls and content security policies to provide additional protection layers against similar injection attacks targeting the appliance's web interface.