CVE-2020-9414 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

TIBCO Managed File Transfer reflected XSS vulnerability

Understanding CVE-2020-9414

This CVE involves a vulnerability in the MFT admin service component of TIBCO Managed File Transfer Command Center and TIBCO Managed File Transfer Internet Server, potentially allowing an authenticated user to obtain another user's session identifier, leading to unauthorized access.

What is CVE-2020-9414?

The vulnerability in TIBCO Managed File Transfer Command Center and Internet Server could enable an attacker to gain administrative rights or file transfer permissions by replaying a session identifier.

The Impact of CVE-2020-9414

The vulnerability poses a high risk, with the potential for an attacker to gain administrative control of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-9414

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows an authenticated user to obtain session identifiers of other users, potentially leading to unauthorized access.

Affected Systems and Versions

TIBCO Managed File Transfer Command Center: versions <= 8.2.1
TIBCO Managed File Transfer Internet Server: versions <= 8.2.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The attacker needs specific permissions to exploit the vulnerability, potentially gaining administrative rights or unauthorized file transfer capabilities.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade TIBCO Managed File Transfer Command Center to version 8.3.0 or higher
Update TIBCO Managed File Transfer Internet Server to version 8.3.0 or higher

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update user permissions and access controls
Conduct security training for users to prevent unauthorized access

Patching and Updates

Apply the released updates for TIBCO Managed File Transfer Command Center and Internet Server to address the vulnerability.