CVE-2024-20337
CVE-2024-20337: A CRLF injection vulnerability in Cisco Secure Client's SAML authentication. This flaw allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to inject code by tricking users into clicking a malicious link during VPN setup. Successful exploitation leads to arbitrary script execution and access to sensitive data, like SAML tokens. An attacker could leverage stolen tokens to establish a remote access VPN session. While host and service access requires further credentials, the initial VPN access poses a significant security risk. Given an SVRS of 30, it is still vital to monitor this vulnerability, especially with reported active exploits, although it is not considered immediately critical, mitigation efforts are advisable to prevent potential exploitation. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation during the SAML process.
Description
CVE-2024-20337 is a vulnerability in the SAML authentication process of Cisco Secure Client that could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a carriage return line feed (CRLF) injection attack against a user. This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input.
Key Insights
- The SVRS of 38 indicates a moderate risk, but the vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild, making it a critical threat.
- The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary script code in the browser or access sensitive information, including a valid SAML token.
- The attacker could use the token to establish a remote access VPN session with the privileges of the affected user.
Mitigation Strategies
- Update Cisco Secure Client to the latest version.
- Implement strong input validation mechanisms to prevent CRLF injection attacks.
- Use a web application firewall (WAF) to block malicious requests.
- Educate users about the risks of clicking on untrusted links.
Additional Information
- Threat Actors/APT Groups: Not specified
- Exploit Status: Active exploits have been published
- CISA Warnings: Not specified
- In The Wild: Yes
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