CVE-2017-3153 : Security Advisory and Response

Apache Atlas versions 0.6.0-incubating and 0.7.0-incubating were found vulnerable to a Reflected XSS vulnerability in the search functionality.

Understanding CVE-2017-3153

The vulnerability in Apache Atlas versions 0.6.0-incubating and 0.7.0-incubating allowed for Reflected XSS attacks.

What is CVE-2017-3153?

The search functionality in Apache Atlas versions 0.6.0-incubating and 0.7.0-incubating had a vulnerability that could be exploited for Reflected XSS attacks.

The Impact of CVE-2017-3153

The vulnerability could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session.
Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-3153

The technical details of the CVE-2017-3153 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Type: Reflected XSS vulnerability
Affected Versions: 0.6.0-incubating, 0.7.0-incubating

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Apache Atlas
Vendor: Apache Software Foundation
Vulnerable Versions: 0.6.0-incubating, 0.7.0-incubating

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers could craft malicious URLs containing scripts that would be executed when clicked by users.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2017-3153 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Apache Atlas to a non-vulnerable version.
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs.
Educate users about the risks of clicking on untrusted links.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit web application logs for suspicious activities.
Conduct security training for developers to enhance secure coding practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches provided by Apache Software Foundation to address the vulnerability.