CVE-2013-6320 in Algo One
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM Algo One, as used in MetaData Management Tools in UDS 4.7.0 through 5.0.0, ACSWeb in Algo Security Access Control Management 4.7.0 through 4.9.0, and ACSWeb in AlgoWebApps 5.0.0, allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-6299, CVE-2013-6300, CVE-2013-6301, and CVE-2013-6333.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/19/2018
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2013-6320 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw affecting multiple IBM security products including Algo One, MetaData Management Tools in UDS, and various ACSWeb implementations. This vulnerability specifically impacts versions ranging from 4.7.0 through 5.0.0 of the affected software components, creating a significant attack surface for malicious actors targeting authenticated users within these systems. The flaw manifests as an XSS vulnerability that enables remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML content into the affected applications, potentially compromising user sessions and data integrity. Unlike other related vulnerabilities such as CVE-2013-6299, CVE-2013-6300, CVE-2013-6301, and CVE-2013-6333, this particular vulnerability operates through distinct attack vectors, making it a unique and persistent threat within the IBM security ecosystem.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and output encoding mechanisms within the affected IBM products. When authenticated users interact with the vulnerable applications, the system fails to properly sanitize user-supplied data before rendering it in web responses, creating opportunities for malicious script execution. This weakness allows attackers to craft specially crafted payloads that, when processed by the vulnerable components, execute within the context of other users' browsers. The attack requires authentication to the system, which means that an attacker must first obtain valid credentials or exploit another vulnerability to gain access to authenticated sessions before being able to leverage this XSS flaw.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability poses substantial risks to organizations utilizing IBM's security management platforms. The ability to inject arbitrary web scripts opens pathways for session hijacking, credential theft, and data exfiltration attacks. Attackers could potentially redirect users to malicious sites, steal sensitive information, or modify data within the affected systems. The vulnerability affects the core functionality of MetaData Management Tools and security access control systems, potentially compromising the integrity of security policies and access controls. Organizations may experience unauthorized access to sensitive data, disruption of security operations, and potential regulatory compliance violations depending on the nature of the protected information.
Security professionals should implement immediate mitigations including input validation controls, proper output encoding, and comprehensive security testing of affected applications. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-79, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws in web applications, and represents a clear violation of secure coding practices outlined in OWASP Top Ten. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls, content security policies, and regular security assessments to prevent exploitation. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this vulnerability under the 'Command and Control' and 'Credential Access' techniques, as it enables attackers to establish persistent access and potentially escalate privileges within the affected environments. Regular patch management and security updates are essential to address this vulnerability, as IBM would have likely released specific security fixes for these affected versions.