CVE-2012-5161

The XML Service interface in Citrix XenApp 6.5 and 6.5 Feature Pack 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors

published December 26, 2012

CVSS
—
EPSS
6%
Percentile
92.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty remote attacker can exploit the XML Service interface in Citrix XenApp 6.5, and the result could be disastrous! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that allows delivery orders but doesn't verify the customer's identity. A rogue order could lead to an unexpected banquet, complete with meals on the house! In this case, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on the server, leading to potential data breaches or unauthorized access. This means they could do anything from stealing sensitive information to disrupting services—absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows delivery orders but doesn't verify the customer's identity. A rogue order could lead to an unexpected banquet, complete with meals on the house! The vulnerability is found in the XML Service interface, which can be manipulated by attackers to gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary code remotely. This means they could send crafted requests that the server unwittingly processes as valid commands.

What to do

In this case, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on the server, leading to potential data breaches or unauthorized access. This means they could do anything from stealing sensitive information to disrupting services—absolutely devastating! To mitigate this risk, ensure that you're running the latest patches for Citrix XenApp, specifically targeting 6.5 and its Feature Pack 1. Regularly audit your configurations and limit access to the XML Service interface where possible! You've got this! Stay proactive, and your defenses will be rock solid! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05672 · 92.9th percentile
Published
2012-12-26T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 DEC 22:00Z
    The XML Service interface in Citrix XenApp 6.5 and 6.5 Feature Pack 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors
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