CVE-2017-17056: CSRF

Published Dec 4, 2017
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Updated

The ZKTime Web Software 2.0.1.12280 allows the Administrator to elevate the privileges of the application user using a 'passwordchange()' function of the Modify Password component, reachable via the oldpassword, newpassword1, and newpassword2 parameters to the /accounts/passwordchange/ URI. An attacker takes advantage of this scenario and creates a crafted CSRF link to add himself as an administrator to the ZKTime Web Software. He then uses social engineering methods to trick the administrator into clicking the forged HTTP request. The request is executed and the attacker becomes the Administrator of the ZKTime Web Software. If the vulnerability is successfully exploited, then an attacker (who would be a normal user of the web application) can escalate his privileges and become the administrator of ZKTime Web Software.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ZKTeco ZKTime Web=2.0.1.12280

Event History

Dec 4, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2017-17056.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2017-17056?

The severity level of CVE-2017-17056 is high.

3

What is the affected software version of CVE-2017-17056?

The affected software version of CVE-2017-17056 is ZKTime Web Software 2.0.1.12280.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-17056?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2017-17056 by using a 'password_change()' function of the Modify Password component and manipulating the parameters.

5

Are there any known references or resources related to CVE-2017-17056?

Yes, you can refer to the following resources: http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/145160/ZKTeco-ZKTime-Web-2.0.1.12280-Cross-Site-Request-Forgery.html and http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102007.

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