CVE-2017-15608 in ProGet
Summary
by MITRE
Inedo ProGet before 5.0 Beta5 has CSRF, allowing an attacker to change advanced settings.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/27/2020
CVE-2017-15608 represents a cross-site request forgery vulnerability in Inedo ProGet versions prior to 5.0 Beta5 that enables attackers to manipulate advanced configuration settings through malicious web requests. This vulnerability resides in the web application's authentication and authorization mechanisms, specifically within the administrative interface that governs critical system parameters. The flaw allows unauthorized modifications to advanced settings without proper user consent or verification, making it a significant security concern for organizations relying on this package management platform.
The technical implementation of this CSRF vulnerability stems from the absence of proper anti-CSRF tokens in the administrative forms and API endpoints used for modifying advanced settings. When authenticated users navigate to malicious websites or click on compromised links, the attacker can craft requests that automatically execute administrative actions on behalf of the victim. This occurs because the application fails to validate the origin of requests or verify that they were initiated through legitimate user interactions rather than automated or malicious requests. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous as it targets advanced settings that can fundamentally alter system behavior, potentially leading to privilege escalation or service disruption.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple configuration changes, as attackers could potentially compromise the entire package management infrastructure. By manipulating advanced settings, threat actors might disable security features, modify access controls, or alter repository configurations that could lead to unauthorized package access or distribution. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-352, which specifically addresses Cross-Site Request Forgery weaknesses in web applications. The attack vector typically involves social engineering campaigns where users are tricked into visiting malicious sites while authenticated to ProGet, making it particularly challenging to defend against through traditional network monitoring approaches.
Organizations using affected versions of Inedo ProGet should immediately implement mitigations including upgrading to version 5.0 Beta5 or later, which includes proper CSRF token validation mechanisms. Additionally, implementing Content Security Policy headers and ensuring proper session management can help reduce the attack surface. Security teams should also conduct thorough audits of administrative interfaces and implement multi-factor authentication for privileged accounts. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability maps to technique T1078.004 for valid accounts and T1566 for social engineering, highlighting the need for both technical controls and user awareness training to prevent successful exploitation.