CVE-2013-2752 in RAIDiator
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in frontview/lib/np_handler.pl in NETGEAR ReadyNAS RAIDiator before 4.1.12 and 4.2.x before 4.2.24 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of users.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/26/2017
The CVE-2013-2752 vulnerability represents a critical cross-site request forgery flaw discovered in NETGEAR ReadyNAS RAIDiator software versions prior to 4.1.12 and 4.2.x before 4.2.24. This vulnerability exists within the frontview/lib/np_handler.pl component of the web-based management interface, which serves as the primary access point for administrators to configure and manage their network-attached storage systems. The flaw enables remote attackers to exploit the authentication mechanisms of legitimate users without requiring knowledge of their credentials, effectively allowing unauthorized actions to be performed on behalf of authenticated users.
The technical nature of this CSRF vulnerability stems from the absence of proper anti-CSRF token validation within the np_handler.pl script. When users navigate to the affected web interface and perform authenticated operations, the application fails to adequately verify the authenticity of requests originating from external domains or malicious websites. This weakness allows attackers to craft malicious web pages or exploit existing vulnerabilities in user browsers to submit forged requests that appear to originate from legitimate authenticated sessions. The vulnerability specifically targets the authentication context of the ReadyNAS management interface, where session tokens and authentication states are not sufficiently validated against expected request parameters or referer headers.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized access, as it can enable attackers to perform critical administrative functions within the ReadyNAS environment. Attackers could potentially modify storage configurations, create or delete user accounts, adjust network settings, or even gain access to sensitive data stored within the RAIDiator system. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation does not require physical access to the device or network, making it particularly dangerous for enterprise environments where network-attached storage systems are commonly deployed. Organizations using affected versions of ReadyNAS RAIDiator could face significant security breaches, data compromise, or unauthorized system modifications that could disrupt business operations and violate regulatory compliance requirements.
This vulnerability aligns with CWE-352, which specifically addresses Cross-Site Request Forgery weaknesses in web applications. The flaw demonstrates poor input validation and insufficient request integrity checks that are fundamental requirements for secure web application development. From an ATT&CK perspective, this vulnerability maps to techniques involving privilege escalation and persistence within networked environments. The exploitation of this CSRF vulnerability could lead to lateral movement within networks where ReadyNAS devices are integrated, as attackers might use compromised administrative access to target other connected systems. The vulnerability also represents a significant risk for organizations relying on ReadyNAS for critical data storage, as the compromise of a single device could potentially provide attackers with access to substantial amounts of organizational data.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2013-2752 primarily involve upgrading to the patched versions of NETGEAR ReadyNAS RAIDiator software, specifically versions 4.1.12 and 4.2.24 or later. Organizations should implement immediate remediation efforts to ensure all affected systems are updated and patched. Additionally, network administrators should consider implementing additional security controls such as web application firewalls, monitoring for suspicious authentication patterns, and regular security assessments of network-attached storage systems. The vulnerability highlights the importance of maintaining current security patches and implementing proper input validation mechanisms in web applications, particularly those handling sensitive administrative functions. Organizations should also review their overall network security posture and consider implementing multi-factor authentication for administrative access to reduce the impact of potential credential compromise.