#VU18310 Improper Authentication in SnapCenter - CVE-2016-1502

Vulnerability identifier: #VU18310

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 6.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2016-1502

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SnapCenter
Server applications / Application servers

Vendor: NetApp

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error within authentication component. A remote  unauthenticated attacker can bypass authentication process and list or delete gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SnapCenter: 1.0P1 - 1.0

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External links
https://kb.netapp.com/support/s/article/authentication-bypass-vulnerability-in-snapcenter-server-1-0-1-0p1

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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.