CVE-2015-7996: Infoleak

Published Nov 17, 2015

Updated

The Nitro API in Citrix NetScaler Application Delivery Controller (ADC) and NetScaler Gateway before 10.1 Build 133.9, 10.5 before Build 58.11, and 10.5.e before Build 56.1505.e on NetScaler Service Delivery Appliance Service VM (SVM) devices allow attackers to obtain credentials via the browser cache.

Affected Software

5 affected components

Citrix Netscaler Application Delivery Controller Firmware=10.1

Citrix Netscaler Application Delivery Controller Firmware=10.5

Citrix NetScaler Service Delivery Appliance Service VM=10.5e

Citrix Netscaler Gateway Firmware=10.1

Citrix Netscaler Gateway Firmware=10.5

Remediation

Patch Available

http://support.citrix.com/article/CTX202482

Event History

Nov 17, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2015-7996?

CVE-2015-7996 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for credential theft.

How do I fix CVE-2015-7996?

To fix CVE-2015-7996, it is essential to update to Citrix NetScaler Application Delivery Controller firmware version 10.1 Build 133.9 or newer, or 10.5 Build 58.11 or newer.

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2015-7996?

CVE-2015-7996 affects Citrix NetScaler Application Delivery Controller and NetScaler Gateway devices running specific vulnerable firmware versions.

What impact does CVE-2015-7996 have on my system?

CVE-2015-7996 allows attackers to obtain user credentials, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-7996?

While updating firmware is the recommended solution for CVE-2015-7996, disabling certain API features may act as a temporary workaround until patches can be applied.