Vulnerability identifier: #VU12291

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-18262

CWE-ID: CWE-601

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Blackboard
Server applications / Web servers

Vendor: Blackboard

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information and write arbitrary files on the target system.

The weakness exists due to improper authentication. A remote attacker can create a URL that, when loaded by the target authenticated user, will redirect the target user's browser to an arbitrary site.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity is currently unaware of any solutions addressing the vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

Blackboard: 5.0 - 6.0

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External links
http://securitytracker.com/id/1040767

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.