Juniper Networks DX Web Administration Persistent System Log XSS Vulnerability
Juniper Networks DX Web Administration Persistent System Log XSS Vulnerability
July 10, 2006
Product Overview:
The Juniper Networks (Redline) DX application acceleration platform
delivers a complete data center acceleration solution for web-enabled
and IP-based business applications.
Vulnerability Details:
The Juniper Networks DX System log is vulnerable to a persistent,
unauthenticated XSS attack. This vulnerability can be exploited by an
attacker to obtain full administrative access to the Juniper DX appliance.
This vulnerability stems from failure to sanitize System log content
within the web administration interface. A malicious user may insert
content into the username login field which will then be executed by
administrative users when viewing the System Log.
Affected Versions:
Juniper DX 5.1.x
Olders versions may also be affected.
Workarounds:
Control network access to the DX web administration console.
References:
http://www.juniper.net/products/appaccel/dca/dx.html