CVE-2021-3341 in DxEnterprise
Summary
by MITRE • 01/29/2021
A path traversal vulnerability in the DxWebEngine component of DH2i DxEnterprise and DxOdyssey for Windows, version 19.5 through 20.x before 20.0.219.0, allows an attacker to read any file on the host file system via an HTTP request.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/21/2021
This vulnerability represents a critical path traversal flaw in the DxWebEngine component of DH2i DxEnterprise and DxOdyssey products for Windows. The issue affects versions 19.5 through 20.x before 20.0.219.0, creating a significant security risk that enables remote attackers to access arbitrary files on the host system through crafted HTTP requests. The vulnerability stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization of file path parameters, allowing attackers to manipulate request parameters to traverse directory structures beyond the intended application boundaries. This weakness directly aligns with CWE-22 Path Traversal and falls under the broader category of insecure direct object references as defined in the OWASP Top Ten. The attack surface is particularly concerning as it affects enterprise-level management tools that typically operate with elevated privileges and have access to critical system resources. The vulnerability enables attackers to potentially read sensitive configuration files, authentication credentials, system logs, and other confidential data that may be stored on the host file system. This type of flaw is classified as a remote code execution vector under the MITRE ATT&CK framework, specifically mapping to technique T1059.007 for command and script interpreter, as attackers could potentially combine this vulnerability with other exploitation techniques to achieve further compromise.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure, as it can enable attackers to gain unauthorized access to critical enterprise infrastructure components. Organizations running affected versions of DH2i DxEnterprise or DxOdyssey products face significant risk of data breaches, system compromise, and potential lateral movement within their network environments. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it affects management tools that often have broad system access permissions and may be used to manage multiple systems across an enterprise environment. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to extract system configuration details, database connection strings, API keys, and other sensitive artifacts that could facilitate additional attacks. The path traversal mechanism allows for recursive directory traversal, meaning attackers could potentially access files in parent directories or even system-level files that are typically restricted. This vulnerability is especially concerning in environments where these tools are used for orchestrating and managing critical infrastructure components, as it could provide attackers with insights into the overall system architecture and potential attack vectors.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should include immediate patching to version 20.0.219.0 or later, which addresses the path traversal flaw through proper input validation and sanitization mechanisms. Organizations should also implement network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure of affected systems to untrusted networks. The implementation of web application firewalls and input validation rules can provide additional layers of protection by filtering out malicious path traversal attempts before they reach the vulnerable component. Security monitoring should include detection of unusual file access patterns and HTTP requests that attempt to traverse directory structures. System administrators should conduct thorough vulnerability assessments to identify any other potentially affected components within their infrastructure that may be running similar vulnerable software. The remediation process should also include reviewing and updating access controls for management interfaces, implementing principle of least privilege for administrative accounts, and conducting regular security audits of enterprise management tools. Organizations should also consider implementing automated patch management processes to ensure timely deployment of security updates and maintain visibility into their software inventory to quickly identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities in other applications.