#VU28111 Improper access control in TIBCO products - CVE-2020-9409

Vulnerability identifier: #VU28111

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-9409

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
TIBCO JasperReports Server
Web applications / Other software
TIBCO JasperReports Server for AWS Marketplace
Server applications / Other server solutions
TIBCO JasperReports Server for ActiveMatrix BPM
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: JasperSoft
TIBCO

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in "administrative UI" component. A remote attacker can obtain a "superuser" permission, bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application, leading to arbitrary code execution.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

TIBCO JasperReports Server: 4.7 - 7.1.1

TIBCO JasperReports Server for AWS Marketplace: 7.1.1

TIBCO JasperReports Server for ActiveMatrix BPM: 7.1.1

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External links
https://www.tibco.com/support/advisories/2020/05/tibco-security-advisory-may-19-2020-tibco-jasperreports-server

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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.