Vulnerabilities > CVE-2011-5102 - Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls vulnerability in Websense products

047910
CVSS 7.5 - HIGH
Attack vector
NETWORK
Attack complexity
LOW
Privileges required
NONE
Confidentiality impact
PARTIAL
Integrity impact
PARTIAL
Availability impact
PARTIAL
network
low complexity
websense
CWE-264
nessus

Summary

The Investigative Reports web interface in the TRITON management console in Websense Web Security 7.1 before Hotfix 109, 7.1.1 before Hotfix 06, 7.5 before Hotfix 78, 7.5.1 before Hotfix 12, 7.6 before Hotfix 24, and 7.6.2 before Hotfix 12; Web Filter; Web Security Gateway; and Web Security Gateway Anywhere allows remote attackers to execute commands via unspecified vectors.

Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)

  • Accessing, Modifying or Executing Executable Files
    An attack of this type exploits a system's configuration that allows an attacker to either directly access an executable file, for example through shell access; or in a possible worst case allows an attacker to upload a file and then execute it. Web servers, ftp servers, and message oriented middleware systems which have many integration points are particularly vulnerable, because both the programmers and the administrators must be in synch regarding the interfaces and the correct privileges for each interface.
  • Leverage Executable Code in Non-Executable Files
    An attack of this type exploits a system's trust in configuration and resource files, when the executable loads the resource (such as an image file or configuration file) the attacker has modified the file to either execute malicious code directly or manipulate the target process (e.g. application server) to execute based on the malicious configuration parameters. Since systems are increasingly interrelated mashing up resources from local and remote sources the possibility of this attack occurring is high. The attack can be directed at a client system, such as causing buffer overrun through loading seemingly benign image files, as in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS04-028 where specially crafted JPEG files could cause a buffer overrun once loaded into the browser. Another example targets clients reading pdf files. In this case the attacker simply appends javascript to the end of a legitimate url for a pdf (http://www.gnucitizen.org/blog/danger-danger-danger/) http://path/to/pdf/file.pdf#whatever_name_you_want=javascript:your_code_here The client assumes that they are reading a pdf, but the attacker has modified the resource and loaded executable javascript into the client's browser process. The attack can also target server processes. The attacker edits the resource or configuration file, for example a web.xml file used to configure security permissions for a J2EE app server, adding role name "public" grants all users with the public role the ability to use the administration functionality. The server trusts its configuration file to be correct, but when they are manipulated, the attacker gains full control.
  • Blue Boxing
    This type of attack against older telephone switches and trunks has been around for decades. A tone is sent by an adversary to impersonate a supervisor signal which has the effect of rerouting or usurping command of the line. While the US infrastructure proper may not contain widespread vulnerabilities to this type of attack, many companies are connected globally through call centers and business process outsourcing. These international systems may be operated in countries which have not upgraded Telco infrastructure and so are vulnerable to Blue boxing. Blue boxing is a result of failure on the part of the system to enforce strong authorization for administrative functions. While the infrastructure is different than standard current applications like web applications, there are historical lessons to be learned to upgrade the access control for administrative functions.
  • Restful Privilege Elevation
    Rest uses standard HTTP (Get, Put, Delete) style permissions methods, but these are not necessarily correlated generally with back end programs. Strict interpretation of HTTP get methods means that these HTTP Get services should not be used to delete information on the server, but there is no access control mechanism to back up this logic. This means that unless the services are properly ACL'd and the application's service implementation are following these guidelines then an HTTP request can easily execute a delete or update on the server side. The attacker identifies a HTTP Get URL such as http://victimsite/updateOrder, which calls out to a program to update orders on a database or other resource. The URL is not idempotent so the request can be submitted multiple times by the attacker, additionally, the attacker may be able to exploit the URL published as a Get method that actually performs updates (instead of merely retrieving data). This may result in malicious or inadvertent altering of data on the server.
  • Target Programs with Elevated Privileges
    This attack targets programs running with elevated privileges. The attacker would try to leverage a bug in the running program and get arbitrary code to execute with elevated privileges. For instance an attacker would look for programs that write to the system directories or registry keys (such as HKLM, which stores a number of critical Windows environment variables). These programs are typically running with elevated privileges and have usually not been designed with security in mind. Such programs are excellent exploit targets because they yield lots of power when they break. The malicious user try to execute its code at the same level as a privileged system call.

Nessus

NASL familyWindows
NASL idWEBSENSE_REMOTE_CMD_EXEC.NASL
descriptionThe remote application is running Websense Triton, a commercial suite of web filtering products. The remote instance of Websense Triton fails to sanitize user-supplied input specifically affecting the
last seen2020-06-01
modified2020-06-02
plugin id70119
published2013-09-25
reporterThis script is Copyright (C) 2013-2018 Tenable Network Security, Inc.
sourcehttps://www.tenable.com/plugins/nessus/70119
titleWebsense Triton 7.1.x < 7.1.3 / 7.5.x < 7.5.3 / 7.6.0 < 7.6.1 / 7.6.2 < 7.6.3 Remote Command Execution
code
#
# (C) Tenable Network Security, Inc.
#

include("compat.inc");

if (description)
{
  script_id(70119);
  script_version("1.10");
  script_cvs_date("Date: 2018/11/15 20:50:29");

  script_cve_id("CVE-2011-5102");
  script_bugtraq_id(51086);
  script_xref(name:"IAVA", value:"2012-A-0141");

  script_name(english:"Websense Triton 7.1.x < 7.1.3 / 7.5.x < 7.5.3 / 7.6.0 < 7.6.1 / 7.6.2 < 7.6.3 Remote Command Execution");
  script_summary(english:"A paranoid check for local file version of ws_irpt.exe and favorites.exe");

  script_set_attribute(attribute:"synopsis", value:
"The remote web server contains a web application that is affected by a
remote command execution vulnerability.");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"description", value:
"The remote application is running Websense Triton, a commercial suite
of web filtering products.

The remote instance of Websense Triton fails to sanitize user-supplied
input specifically affecting the 'explorer_wse/ws_irpt.exe' file.  An
attacker can exploit this issue to execute arbitrary commands with
SYSTEM-level privileges.");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"https://seclists.org/bugtraq/2012/Apr/228");
  # http://www.websense.com/support/article/kbarticle/v7-6-2-About-Hotfix-12-for-Websense-Web-Security-Web-Filter-Web-Security-Gateway-and-Web-Security-Gateway-Anywhere
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www.nessus.org/u?b760104a");
  # http://www.websense.com/support/article/kbarticle/v7-6-About-Hotfix-24-for-Websense-Web-Security-Web-Filter-Web-Security-Gateway-and-Web-Security-Gateway-Anywhere
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www.nessus.org/u?835b4d84");
  # https://www.websense.com/content/Registration.aspx?task=signin
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www.nessus.org/u?5344eced");
  # http://www.websense.com/support/article/kbarticle/v7-1-1-About-Hotfix-06-for-Web-Security-Web-Filter-and-Web-Security-Gateway -> http://www.nessus.org/u?5344eced
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www.nessus.org/u?fd549235");
  # http://www.websense.com/support/article/kbarticle/v7-5-1-About-Hotfix-12-for-Websense-Web-Security-Web-Filter-Web-Security-Gateway-and-Web-Security-Gateway-Anywhere
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www.nessus.org/u?65c28103");
  # http://www.websense.com/support/article/kbarticle/v7-5-About-Hotfix-78-for-Websense-Web-Security-Web-Filter-Web-Security-Gateway-and-Web-Security-Gateway-Anywhere
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www.nessus.org/u?433ca77e");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www.websense.com/content/Home.aspx");

  script_set_attribute(attribute:"solution", value:
"There are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue.
Websense has released the following Hotfixes to address this
vulnerability :

 - Hotfix 109 for version 7.1.0
 - Hotfix 06 for version 7.1.1
 - Hotfix 78 for version 7.5.0
 - Hotfix 12 for version 7.5.1
 - Hotfix 24 for version 7.6.0
 - Hotfix 12 for version 7.6.2");
  script_set_cvss_base_vector("CVSS2#AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P");
  script_set_cvss_temporal_vector("CVSS2#E:U/RL:OF/RC:C");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"exploitability_ease", value:"No known exploits are available");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"exploit_available", value:"false");

  script_set_attribute(attribute:"vuln_publication_date", value:"2011/12/15");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"patch_publication_date", value:"2011/12/15");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"plugin_publication_date", value:"2013/09/25");

  script_set_attribute(attribute:"potential_vulnerability", value:"true");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"plugin_type", value:"local");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"cpe", value:"cpe:/a:websense:websense_web_security");
  script_set_attribute(attribute:"stig_severity", value:"I");
  script_end_attributes();

  script_category(ACT_GATHER_INFO);
  script_family(english:"Windows");

  script_copyright(english:"This script is Copyright (C) 2013-2018 Tenable Network Security, Inc.");

  script_dependencies("smb_hotfixes.nasl");
  script_require_keys("SMB/Registry/Enumerated", "Settings/ParanoidReport");
  script_require_ports(139, 445);

  exit(0);
}

include("audit.inc");
include("global_settings.inc");
include("smb_func.inc");
include("smb_hotfixes.inc");
include("smb_hotfixes_fcheck.inc");
include("smb_reg_query.inc");
include("misc_func.inc");


get_kb_item_or_exit("SMB/Registry/Enumerated");

port = kb_smb_transport();
if (!get_port_state(port)) audit(AUDIT_PORT_CLOSED, port);

if (report_paranoia < 2) audit(AUDIT_PARANOID);

# Connect to the registry
app = "Websense";
registry_init();
hklm = registry_hive_connect(hive:HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE, exit_on_fail:TRUE);
key = "SOFTWARE\Websense\InstallPath";

path = get_registry_value(handle:hklm, item:key);

RegCloseKey(handle:hklm);

if (isnull(path))
{
  close_registry();
  audit(AUDIT_NOT_INST, app);
}

close_registry(close:FALSE);

path += "\webroot\Explorer";
exes = make_list(path+"\ws_irpt.exe");
exes = make_list(exes, path+"\favorites.exe");

# Determine versions from various files.
info = NULL;

foreach exe (exes)
{
  ver = hotfix_get_fversion(path:exe);
  if (ver["error"] != HCF_OK)
  {
    NetUseDel();
    if (ver["error"] == HCF_NOENT) audit(AUDIT_UNINST, app);
    exit(1, "Error obtaining the version of '" + exe + "'.");
  }

  ver = join(ver["value"], sep:".");

  if (ver =~ "^7\.1(\.0|$)")
    fix = "7.1.0 Hotfix 109";
  else if (ver =~ "^7\.1\.1(\.|$)")
    fix = "7.1.1 Hotfix 06";
  else if (ver =~ "^7\.5(\.$)")
    fix = "7.5.0 Hotfix 78";
  else if (ver =~ "^7\.5\.1(\.|$)")
    fix = "7.5.1 Hotfix 12";
  else if (ver =~ "^7\.6(\.0|$)")
    fix = "7.6.0 Hotfix 24";
  else if (ver =~ "^7\.6\.2(\.|$)")
    fix = "7.6.2 Hotfix 12";
  else
    continue;

  info +=
    '\n' +
    '\n  Product           : Websense' +
    '\n  File              : ' + exe +
    '\n  Installed version : ' + ver +
    '\n  Fixed version     : ' + fix +
    '\n';
}

# Clean up
hotfix_check_fversion_end();

if (isnull(info)) audit(AUDIT_PACKAGE_NOT_AFFECTED, app);

# Report what we found.
report = NULL;
if (report_verbosity > 0)
{
   # nb: info already has a leading '\n'.
   report =
     '\nNessus found the following Websense components to be installed on' +
     '\nthe remote host :' +
     info;
}
security_hole(port:port, extra:report);