Vulnerabilities > CVE-2013-0467 - Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls vulnerability in IBM Data Studio 3.1.0/3.1.1

047910
CVSS 4.0 - MEDIUM
Attack vector
NETWORK
Attack complexity
LOW
Privileges required
SINGLE
Confidentiality impact
PARTIAL
Integrity impact
NONE
Availability impact
NONE
network
low complexity
ibm
CWE-264
nessus

Summary

IBM Eclipse Help System (IEHS), as used in IBM Data Studio 3.1 and 3.1.1 and other products, allows remote authenticated users to read source code via a crafted URL.

Vulnerable Configurations

Part Description Count
Application
Ibm
2

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 idIBM_DATA_STUDIO_HELP_SYSTEM_MULTIPLE_VULNS.NASL
    descriptionThe remote host has a version of IBM Data Studio installed that is affected by multiple vulnerabilities : - An unspecified open-redirect vulnerability exists in the Eclipse help system components. (CVE-2012-2159) - An unspecified cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in the Eclipse help system components. (CVE-2012-2161) - An unspecified vulnerability exists that could allow disclosure of source code on the help system server. (CVE-2013-0467)
    last seen2020-06-01
    modified2020-06-02
    plugin id65576
    published2013-03-15
    reporterThis script is Copyright (C) 2013-2019 and is owned by Tenable, Inc. or an Affiliate thereof.
    sourcehttps://www.tenable.com/plugins/nessus/65576
    titleIBM Data Studio 3.1 / 3.1.1 Help System Multiple Vulnerabilities
    code
    #
    # (C) Tenable Network Security, Inc.
    #
    
    include("compat.inc");
    
    if (description)
    {
      script_id(65576);
      script_version("1.7");
      script_cvs_date("Date: 2019/11/27");
    
      script_cve_id("CVE-2012-2159", "CVE-2012-2161", "CVE-2013-0467");
      script_bugtraq_id(53884, 58000);
    
      script_name(english:"IBM Data Studio 3.1 / 3.1.1 Help System Multiple Vulnerabilities");
      script_summary(english:"Checks version of IBM Data Studio");
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"synopsis", value:
    "The remote host has an application installed that is affected by
    multiple vulnerabilities.");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"description", value:
    "The remote host has a version of IBM Data Studio installed that is
    affected by multiple vulnerabilities :
    
      - An unspecified open-redirect vulnerability exists in the
        Eclipse help system components. (CVE-2012-2159)
    
      - An unspecified cross-site scripting vulnerability exists
        in the Eclipse help system components. (CVE-2012-2161)
    
      - An unspecified vulnerability exists that could allow
        disclosure of source code on the help system server.
        (CVE-2013-0467)");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"https://www-304.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21625573");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg24033663");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"solution", value:
    "Upgrade to IBM Data Studio 3.2.");
      script_set_cvss_base_vector("CVSS2#AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N");
      script_set_cvss_temporal_vector("CVSS2#E:U/RL:OF/RC:C");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"cvss_score_source", value:"CVE-2012-2159");
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"exploitability_ease", value:"No known exploits are available");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"exploit_available", value:"false");
      script_cwe_id(20, 74, 79, 442, 629, 711, 712, 722, 725, 750, 751, 800, 801, 809, 811, 864, 900, 928, 931, 990);
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"vuln_publication_date", value:"2012/06/08");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"patch_publication_date", value:"2012/12/07");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"plugin_publication_date", value:"2013/03/15");
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"plugin_type", value:"local");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"cpe", value:"cpe:/a:ibm:data_studio");
      script_end_attributes();
    
      script_category(ACT_GATHER_INFO);
      script_family(english:"Windows");
    
      script_copyright(english:"This script is Copyright (C) 2013-2019 and is owned by Tenable, Inc. or an Affiliate thereof.");
    
      script_dependencies("ibm_data_studio_installed.nasl");
      script_require_keys("SMB/ibm_data_studio/Version");
    
      exit(0);
    }
    
    include("audit.inc");
    include("smb_func.inc");
    include("global_settings.inc");
    include("misc_func.inc");
    
    app = 'IBM Data Studio';
    kb_base = "SMB/ibm_data_studio/";
    port = kb_smb_transport();
    
    version = get_kb_item_or_exit(kb_base + "Version");
    path = get_kb_item_or_exit(kb_base + "Path");
    
    if (version == "unknown") exit(0, "Version information not available.");
    
    fix = "3.2";
    if (version == "3.1" || version == "3.1.1")
    {
      set_kb_item(name:'www/0/XSS', value:TRUE);
      if (report_verbosity > 0)
      {
        report =
          '\n  Path              : ' + path +
          '\n  Installed version : ' + version +
          '\n  Fixed version     : ' + fix + '\n';
        security_warning(port:port, extra:report);
      }
      else security_warning(port);
    }
    else audit(AUDIT_INST_PATH_NOT_VULN, app, version, path);
    
  • NASL familyWeb Servers
    NASL idWEBSPHERE_8_5_5_1.NASL
    descriptionIBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 before Fix Pack 8.5.5.1 appears to be running on the remote host and is, therefore, potentially affected by the following vulnerabilities : - A flaw exists related to Apache Ant and file compression that could lead to denial of service conditions. (CVE-2012-2098 / PM90088) - Unspecified errors exist related to the administration console that could allow cross-site scripting attacks. (CVE-2013-0460 / PM72275, CVE-2013-5418 / PM96477, CVE-2013-5425 / PM93828) - Multiple errors exist related to the IBM Eclipse Help System that could allow cross-site scripting attacks and information disclosure attacks. (CVE-2013-0464, CVE-2013-0467, CVE-2013-0599 / PM89893) - An input validation flaw exists in the optional
    last seen2020-06-01
    modified2020-06-02
    plugin id71229
    published2013-12-05
    reporterThis script is Copyright (C) 2013-2018 Tenable Network Security, Inc.
    sourcehttps://www.tenable.com/plugins/nessus/71229
    titleIBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 < Fix Pack 8.5.5.1 Multiple Vulnerabilities
    code
    #
    # (C) Tenable Network Security, Inc.
    #
    
    
    include("compat.inc");
    
    
    if (description)
    {
      script_id(71229);
      script_version("1.8");
      script_cvs_date("Date: 2018/08/06 14:03:16");
    
      script_cve_id(
        "CVE-2012-2098",
        "CVE-2013-0460",
        "CVE-2013-0464",
        "CVE-2013-0467",
        "CVE-2013-0599",
        "CVE-2013-1862",
        "CVE-2013-1896",
        "CVE-2013-3029",
        "CVE-2013-4004",
        "CVE-2013-4005",
        "CVE-2013-4006",
        "CVE-2013-4052",
        "CVE-2013-4053",
        "CVE-2013-5414",
        "CVE-2013-5417",
        "CVE-2013-5418",
        "CVE-2013-5425"
      );
      script_bugtraq_id(
        53676,
        57510,
        58000,
        59826,
        60107,
        60246,
        61129,
        61901,
        61935,
        61937,
        62336,
        62338,
        63700,
        63778,
        63780,
        63781,
        63786
      );
    
      script_name(english:"IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 < Fix Pack 8.5.5.1 Multiple Vulnerabilities");
      script_summary(english:"Reads the version number from the SOAP port");
    
      script_set_attribute(
        attribute:"synopsis",
        value:
    "The remote application server may be affected by multiple
    vulnerabilities."
      );
      script_set_attribute(
        attribute:"description",
        value:
    "IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 before Fix Pack 8.5.5.1 appears to
    be running on the remote host and is, therefore, potentially affected by
    the following vulnerabilities :
    
      - A flaw exists related to Apache Ant and file
        compression that could lead to denial of service
        conditions. (CVE-2012-2098 / PM90088)
    
      - Unspecified errors exist related to the administration
        console that could allow cross-site scripting attacks.
        (CVE-2013-0460 / PM72275, CVE-2013-5418 / PM96477,
        CVE-2013-5425 / PM93828)
    
      - Multiple errors exist related to the IBM Eclipse Help
        System that could allow cross-site scripting attacks
        and information disclosure attacks. (CVE-2013-0464,
        CVE-2013-0467, CVE-2013-0599 / PM89893)
    
      - An input validation flaw exists in the optional
        'mod_rewrite' module in the included IBM HTTP Server
        that could allow arbitrary command execution via
        HTTP requests containing certain escape sequences.
        (CVE-2013-1862 / PM87808)
    
      - A flaw exists related to the optional 'mod_dav'
        module in the included IBM HTTP Server that could
        allow denial of service conditions.
        (CVE-2013-1896 / PM89996)
    
      - A user-supplied input validation error exists that could
        allow cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks to be
        carried out. (CVE-2013-3029 / PM88746)
    
      - User-supplied input validation errors exist related to
        the administrative console that could allow cross-site
        scripting attacks.
        (CVE-2013-4004 / PM81571, CVE-2013-4005 / PM88208)
    
      - An unspecified permissions error exists that could
        allow a local attacker to obtain sensitive information.
        Note this issue only affects the 'Liberty Profile'.
        (CVE-2013-4006 / PM90472)
    
      - An input validation error exists related to the UDDI
        Administrative console that could allow cross-site
        scripting attacks. (CVE-2013-4052 / PM91892)
    
      - An attacker may gain elevated privileges because of
        improper certificate checks. WS-Security and XML Digital
        Signatures must be enabled. (CVE-2013-4053 / PM90949)
    
      - An error exists related to incorrect Administration
        Security roles and migrations from version 6.1.
        (CVE-2013-5414 / PM92313)
    
      - Unspecified input validation errors exist that could
        allow cross-site scripting attacks. (CVE-2013-5417 /
        PM93323 and PM93944)"
      );
      # https://www-304.ibm.com/connections/blogs/PSIRT/entry/security_bulletin_potential_security_exposure_in_ibm_http_server_cve_2013_1862_pm87808?lang=en_us
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www.nessus.org/u?187690fd");
      # Fix list
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27036319#8551");
      # Sec bulletin
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"see_also", value:"http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?&uid=swg21651880");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"solution", value:"Apply Fix Pack 8.5.5.1 for version 8.5 (8.5.5.0) or later.");
      script_set_cvss_base_vector("CVSS2#AV:N/AC:M/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_cwe_id(20, 74, 79, 442, 629, 711, 712, 722, 725, 750, 751, 800, 801, 809, 811, 864, 900, 928, 931, 990);
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"vuln_publication_date", value:"2012/05/23");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"patch_publication_date", value:"2013/11/11");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"plugin_publication_date", value:"2013/12/05");
    
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"plugin_type", value:"remote");
      script_set_attribute(attribute:"cpe", value:"cpe:/a:ibm:websphere_application_server");
      script_end_attributes();
    
      script_category(ACT_GATHER_INFO);
      script_family(english:"Web Servers");
    
      script_copyright(english:"This script is Copyright (C) 2013-2018 Tenable Network Security, Inc.");
    
      script_dependencies("websphere_detect.nasl");
      script_require_ports("Services/www", 8880, 8881);
      script_require_keys("www/WebSphere");
    
      exit(0);
    }
    
    
    include("audit.inc");
    include("global_settings.inc");
    include("misc_func.inc");
    include("http.inc");
    
    
    port = get_http_port(default:8880, embedded:0);
    
    version = get_kb_item_or_exit("www/WebSphere/"+port+"/version");
    source = get_kb_item_or_exit("www/WebSphere/"+port+"/source");
    
    if (version !~ "^8\.5([^0-9]|$)") audit(AUDIT_NOT_LISTEN, "IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5", port);
    
    if (version =~ "^[0-9]+(\.[0-9]+)?$") audit(AUDIT_VER_NOT_GRANULAR, "IBM WebSphere Application Server", port, version);
    
    ver = split(version, sep:'.', keep:FALSE);
    for (i=0; i<max_index(ver); i++)
      ver[i] = int(ver[i]);
    
    if (
      ver[0] == 8 &&
      ver[1] == 5 &&
      (
        ver[2] < 5
        ||
        (ver[2] == 5 && ver[3] < 1)
      )
    )
    {
      set_kb_item(name:'www/'+port+'/XSS', value:TRUE);
      set_kb_item(name:'www/'+port+'/XSRF', value:TRUE);
    
      if (report_verbosity > 0)
      {
        report =
          '\n  Version source    : ' + source +
          '\n  Installed version : ' + version +
          '\n  Fixed version     : 8.5.5.1' +
          '\n';
        security_warning(port:port, extra:report);
      }
      else security_warning(port);
      exit(0);
    }
    else audit(AUDIT_LISTEN_NOT_VULN, "WebSphere", port, version);