CVE-2015-6530 in Secure MFT
Summary
by MITRE
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in OpenText Secure MFT 2013 before 2013 R3 P6 and 2014 before 2014 R2 P2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the querytext parameter to userdashboard.jsp.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/13/2022
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2015-6530 represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw in OpenText Secure MFT software versions prior to specific patch releases. This vulnerability exists within the web application interface of the secure file transfer solution, specifically affecting the userdashboard.jsp component. The flaw manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize user input passed through the querytext parameter, creating an avenue for malicious actors to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML code within the context of authenticated user sessions.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the querytext parameter within the userdashboard.jsp endpoint. When an attacker crafts a malicious payload and submits it through this parameter, the vulnerable application processes the input without adequate validation or sanitization mechanisms. This processing failure allows the malicious code to be stored and subsequently executed in the browser of any user who accesses the affected dashboard page. The vulnerability is classified as a reflected XSS issue since the malicious script is executed through the user's browser rather than being stored on the server.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution, as it enables attackers to perform various malicious activities within the compromised environment. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to steal session cookies, redirect users to malicious websites, modify dashboard content, or even escalate privileges within the application. The vulnerability particularly affects authenticated users since the XSS occurs within the user dashboard context where legitimate users interact with the system. This creates a significant risk for organizations using OpenText Secure MFT, as the attack can be executed remotely without requiring local system access.
Security professionals should note that this vulnerability aligns with CWE-79, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting flaws in web applications. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this as a technique under T1059.001, where adversaries use command and scripting interpreters to execute malicious code. The vulnerability's impact is amplified by the fact that it affects a file transfer management system, which often contains sensitive data and business-critical information. Organizations utilizing this software should prioritize immediate patching to address the vulnerability, as the affected versions include OpenText Secure MFT 2013 before 2013 R3 P6 and 2014 before 2014 R2 P2. The remediation process should involve applying the vendor-supplied patches that implement proper input validation and output encoding mechanisms to prevent the injection of malicious content into the application's response.