#VU100925 Open redirect in Automated Logic Corporation products - CVE-2024-8526

Vulnerability identifier: #VU100925

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 4.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-8526

CWE-ID: CWE-601

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
WebCTRL
Server applications / SCADA systems
SiteScan Web
Server applications / SCADA systems
WebCTRL for OEMs
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Automated Logic Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to redirect victims to arbitrary URL.

The vulnerability exists due to improper sanitization of user-supplied data in "index.jsp". A remote attacker can create a link that leads to a trusted website, however, when clicked, redirects the victim to arbitrary domain.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may allow a remote attacker to perform a phishing attack and steal potentially sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

WebCTRL: 7.0

SiteScan Web: 7.0

WebCTRL for OEMs: 7.0

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External links
https://www.corporate.carrier.com/product-security/advisories-resources/
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-24-326-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.