8.8
CWE
254
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-9028

First published: Fri Oct 28 2016(Updated: )

Unauthorized redirect vulnerability in Citrix NetScaler ADC before 10.1 135.8, 10.5 61.11, 11.0 65.31/65.35F and 11.1 47.14 allows a remote attacker to steal session cookies of a legitimate AAA user via manipulation of Host header.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Citrix Application Delivery Controller Firmware<=10.1
Citrix Application Delivery Controller Firmware=10.5
Citrix Application Delivery Controller Firmware=11.0
Citrix Application Delivery Controller Firmware=11.1
NetScaler ADC

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-9028?

    CVE-2016-9028 has a high severity rating as it allows remote attackers to steal session cookies, leading to unauthorized access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-9028?

    To fix CVE-2016-9028, upgrade Citrix NetScaler ADC to the recommended versions or later as specified by the vendor's advisory.

  • Which versions of Citrix NetScaler ADC are affected by CVE-2016-9028?

    CVE-2016-9028 affects Citrix NetScaler ADC versions before 10.1 135.8, 10.5 61.11, 11.0 65.31/65.35F, and 11.1 47.14.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2016-9028 enable?

    CVE-2016-9028 enables an unauthorized redirect attack which can lead to session cookie theft for legitimate users.

  • What are the potential consequences of CVE-2016-9028?

    The consequences of CVE-2016-9028 include unauthorized access to sensitive information and user sessions, which can compromise user accounts.

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