CVE-2017-14101

Critical

Published: 15/12/2017(UTC)Translated: 14/06/2026(UTC)NVD NIST

Summary

An XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability was found in the Conserus Image Repository solution version 2.1.1.105. An unauthenticated user can send a modified HTTP SOAP request, allowing access to the local file system and transmitting the application service's account hashed credentials to a remote attacker.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a serious security risk, allowing attackers to access sensitive data and potentially take control of the system. It could lead to data leaks and compromise system integrity.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update to the latest version of the software to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, implementing security mechanisms such as input validation and filtering is advisable.

Original NVD description (English source)

A security researcher found an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability on the Conserus Image Repository archive solution version 2.1.1.105 by McKesson Medical Imaging Company, which is now a Change Healthcare company. An unauthenticated user supplying a modified HTTP SOAP request to the vulnerable service allows for arbitrary file read access to the local file system as well as the transmittal of the application service's account hashed credentials to a remote attacker.