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Netsweeper versions before 3.1.10, 4.0.x before 4.0.9, and 4.1.x before 4.1.2 are vulnerable to a security issue that enables remote attackers to bypass authentication and delete IP addresses from the quarantine. This vulnerability can be exploited via the ip parameter in the webadmin/user/quarantine_disable.php script.
Overview
This vulnerability in Netsweeper allows unauthorized users to manipulate the quarantine functionality, potentially leading to the removal of IP addresses from quarantine without proper authentication. Attackers can exploit this flaw to evade security measures and gain unauthorized access to the system.
Remediation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their Netsweeper installations to versions 3.1.10, 4.0.9, or 4.1.2 or later. It is crucial to apply security patches provided by the vendor to address this issue and prevent unauthorized access to the system.
References
- CVE Details: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2014-9610
- Packet Storm Security Advisory: http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/133034/Netsweeper-Bypass-XSS-Redirection-SQL-Injection-Execution.html
- Exploit Database: https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/37929/
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
