CVE-2017-3008 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2017-3008, a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability in Adobe ColdFusion 2016 Update 3 and earlier, ColdFusion 11 update 11 and earlier, and ColdFusion 10 Update 22 and earlier. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures.
Adobe ColdFusion 2016 Update 3 and earlier, ColdFusion 11 update 11 and earlier, ColdFusion 10 Update 22 and earlier have a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability.
Understanding CVE-2017-3008
There is a vulnerability in Adobe ColdFusion 2016 Update 3 and older versions, ColdFusion 11 update 11 and older versions, and ColdFusion 10 Update 22 and older versions. This vulnerability is related to reflected cross-site scripting.
What is CVE-2017-3008?
CVE-2017-3008 is a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability affecting Adobe ColdFusion versions 2016 Update 3 and earlier, ColdFusion 11 update 11 and earlier, and ColdFusion 10 Update 22 and earlier.
The Impact of CVE-2017-3008
- Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's browser, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.
- This could result in sensitive information exposure, unauthorized data modification, or other security risks.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-3008
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in Adobe ColdFusion versions allows for the injection of malicious scripts that are then executed in the user's browser, posing a significant security risk.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Adobe ColdFusion 2016 Update 3 and earlier
- ColdFusion 11 update 11 and earlier
- ColdFusion 10 Update 22 and earlier
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is exploited through crafted URLs or input fields that, when processed by the affected software, execute the injected scripts in the user's browser.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Adobe to address the vulnerability.
- Implement input validation mechanisms to sanitize user inputs and prevent script injection.
- Monitor and restrict network traffic to detect and block malicious attempts.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to mitigate known vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address potential weaknesses.
- Educate users and administrators about safe browsing practices and the risks of cross-site scripting attacks.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all Adobe ColdFusion installations are updated to the latest versions that contain fixes for the CVE-2017-3008 vulnerability.