CVE-2018-10568 in DiskSorter Enterprise
Summary
by MITRE
XSS exists in Flexense DiskSorter Enterprise from v9.5.12 to v10.7.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/02/2020
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2018-10568 represents a cross-site scripting flaw within Flexense DiskSorter Enterprise software versions ranging from 9.5.12 through 10.7. This type of vulnerability falls under the CWE-79 category, which specifically addresses cross-site scripting attacks that occur when untrusted data is incorporated into web pages without proper validation or sanitization. The affected software is a disk management and file organization tool that provides enterprise-level file sorting and analysis capabilities, making it a target for attackers seeking to exploit web-based vulnerabilities in corporate environments.
The technical flaw manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize user input before incorporating it into dynamic web content. Attackers can exploit this weakness by injecting malicious script code through input fields or parameters that are processed by the DiskSorter Enterprise interface. The vulnerability is particularly concerning because it affects enterprise-grade software that typically operates within sensitive corporate networks and may handle confidential data. When successfully exploited, the XSS payload can execute within the context of a victim's browser session, potentially allowing attackers to steal session cookies, perform actions on behalf of users, or redirect them to malicious sites.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script execution as it represents a critical security risk for organizations using DiskSorter Enterprise. In enterprise environments where the software manages large volumes of file data and may be accessed by multiple users with varying privilege levels, an attacker could leverage this XSS vulnerability to escalate privileges or access sensitive information. The vulnerability's presence in versions up to 10.7 indicates a prolonged period where organizations were exposed to potential exploitation, particularly concerning since enterprise software typically requires extended support cycles and may not be regularly updated in all environments.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including applying the vendor-provided patches or updates that address the XSS vulnerability, implementing web application firewalls to detect and block malicious payloads, and conducting thorough security assessments of the DiskSorter Enterprise deployment. The ATT&CK framework categorizes this type of vulnerability under T1212 - Exploitation for Credential Access, as XSS can be used to obtain session tokens or other authentication information. Additionally, implementing proper input validation and output encoding practices would prevent similar vulnerabilities from occurring in future deployments, aligning with security best practices recommended by the OWASP Top Ten project and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.