Arbitrary File Read Vulnerability in OpenText Document Sciences xPression
CVE-2017-14754

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Opentext
Status
Document Sciences Xpression
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 October 2017

Summary

The OpenText Document Sciences xPression is affected by a vulnerability that allows authenticated users to perform an Arbitrary File Read. The flaw is present in the /xAdmin/html/cm_datasource_group_xsd.jsp file, where the parameter xsd_datasource_schema_file can be manipulated to read sensitive files on the server. This can lead to exposure of confidential data and potentially further compromise system integrity. Proper security measures and updates are essential to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Sep/92
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https://knowledge.opentext.com/knowledge/llisapi.dll/Open...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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