CVE-2015-8597: High severity blue coat proxysg vulnerability
Open redirect vulnerability in Blue Coat ProxySG 6.5 before 6.5.8.8 and 6.6 and Advanced Secure Gateway (ASG) 6.6 might allow remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via a base64-encoded URL in conjunction with a "clear text" one in a coaching page, as demonstrated by "http://www.%humbug-URL%.local/bluecoat-splash-API?%BASE64-URL%."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8597?
CVE-2015-8597 is considered a high severity vulnerability that allows open redirects leading to potential phishing attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8597?
The recommended fix for CVE-2015-8597 is to upgrade Blue Coat ProxySG to version 6.5.8.8 or 6.6 or later.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-8597?
CVE-2015-8597 affects Blue Coat ProxySG versions prior to 6.5.8.8 and Broadcom Symantec Advanced Secure Gateway version 6.6.
Can CVE-2015-8597 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-8597 can be exploited remotely by attackers to redirect users to arbitrary websites.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2015-8597?
The potential consequences of CVE-2015-8597 include unauthorized redirects and phishing, which can compromise user credentials and system security.