CVE-2025-27661

Remediation/Mitigation Strategy for CVE-2025-27661: Vasion Print Session Fixation Vulnerability

This document outlines the remediation and mitigation strategy for CVE-2025-27661, a Session Fixation vulnerability found in Vasion Print (formerly PrinterLogic).

1. Vulnerability Description:

  • CVE ID: CVE-2025-27661
  • Affected Software: Vasion Print (formerly PrinterLogic)
    • Virtual Appliance Host versions prior to 22.0.843
    • Application versions prior to 20.0.1923
  • Vulnerability Type: Session Fixation (OVE-20230524-0004)
  • Description: The Vasion Print software, in the versions specified above, is vulnerable to a session fixation attack. This means an attacker can potentially hijack a legitimate user’s session by forcing the user to use a session ID controlled by the attacker. If the user then authenticates, the attacker can use the pre-set session ID to gain unauthorized access to the user’s account and associated resources.

2. Severity:

  • CVSS v3.1 Score: 9.1 (Critical)

    • CVSS Vector: The provided information includes AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N which translates to:
      • AV:N (Network): The vulnerability is exploitable over a network.
      • AC:L (Low): The vulnerability requires little or no user interaction to exploit.
      • PR:N (None): No privileges are required to exploit the vulnerability.
      • UI:N (None): User interaction is not required to exploit the vulnerability.
      • S:U (Unchanged): The vulnerability does not affect components beyond the scope of the affected software.
      • C:H (High): There is a high impact on confidentiality. The attacker can potentially access sensitive information.
      • I:H (High): There is a high impact on integrity. The attacker can potentially modify sensitive information.
      • A:N (None): There is no impact on availability.

  • Severity Rationale: The high CVSS score indicates a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote, unauthenticated attackers to gain full control over user accounts and access sensitive information with little effort. The lack of user interaction required further increases the risk.

3. Known Exploits:

  • Exploit Status: While the description doesn’t explicitly state a public exploit, the existence of the OVE ID (OVE-20230524-0004) suggests that a proof-of-concept or exploit details may be available or soon to be available, given the date of the OVE is earlier than the CVE. Assume an exploit exists or will soon be available.

4. Remediation Strategy:

  • Immediate Action:

    • Upgrade: The highest priority is to immediately upgrade Vasion Print Virtual Appliance Host to version 22.0.843 or later, and the Application to version 20.0.1923 or later. This is the definitive fix.
    • Monitor for Exploitation: Implement and review network intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) and security information and event management (SIEM) systems to monitor for any attempts to exploit this vulnerability. Specifically, look for suspicious session ID manipulation.
    • Alert Stakeholders: Inform all users of the Vasion Print system about the vulnerability and the importance of updating their systems.

  • Short-Term Mitigation (If immediate upgrade is not possible):

    • Session Regeneration After Login: Implement (or verify the existence of) session regeneration after successful user authentication. This mechanism changes the session ID, invalidating any previously known (fixed) session IDs the attacker might be attempting to use. NOTE: This mitigation is NOT a substitute for upgrading but can reduce risk in the short term. Verify that the session is properly invalidated.
    • Enforce Strong Session Management:
      • Session Timeout: Implement a reasonable session timeout (e.g., 15-30 minutes of inactivity) to limit the window of opportunity for attackers.
      • HTTPOnly and Secure Flags: Ensure the HttpOnly and Secure flags are set for session cookies. The HttpOnly flag prevents client-side scripts (e.g., JavaScript) from accessing the cookie, mitigating certain types of cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that could lead to session hijacking. The Secure flag ensures that the cookie is only transmitted over HTTPS, preventing eavesdropping.
      • Implement SameSite Cookie Attribute: Use the SameSite cookie attribute set to Strict or Lax to help prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks, which can be leveraged to initiate session fixation attacks.
    • Web Application Firewall (WAF) Rules: Deploy WAF rules that detect and block requests with suspicious or manipulated session IDs. (This requires specific rule development based on how Vasion Print handles sessions).
    • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): If possible, enable MFA for all users. Even if an attacker obtains a session ID, they would still need to bypass the second authentication factor.

  • Long-Term Security Practices:

    • Regular Patching: Establish a regular schedule for applying security patches and updates to all software, including Vasion Print, to address vulnerabilities promptly.
    • Security Audits: Conduct regular security audits and penetration tests of the Vasion Print system to identify and remediate potential vulnerabilities.
    • Secure Development Practices: If you are developing or customizing Vasion Print, follow secure development practices to minimize the introduction of new vulnerabilities.
    • Vulnerability Scanning: Implement automated vulnerability scanning tools to proactively identify vulnerabilities in your environment.

5. Rollback Plan:

  • In the event of a failed upgrade:
    • Revert to the previous version of Vasion Print (Virtual Appliance Host and Application).
    • Immediately re-implement the short-term mitigation strategies outlined above.
    • Thoroughly investigate the reason for the failed upgrade before attempting again.

6. Communication Plan:

  • Internal communication to IT staff about the vulnerability, remediation plan, and timelines.
  • Communication to end-users, explaining the vulnerability and the steps being taken to address it, along with any necessary user actions (e.g., restarting their browsers after the update).

7. Testing:

  • After applying the upgrade or any mitigations, thoroughly test the Vasion Print system to ensure that the fix has been properly applied and that the system is functioning as expected. Focus testing on authentication and session management.

Disclaimer: This remediation strategy is based on the information provided in the CVE description. It is essential to consult the official Vasion Print documentation and vendor advisories for the most accurate and up-to-date information and guidance. The provided short-term mitigations are not substitutes for patching. They should be implemented only if a patch cannot be applied immediately and should be removed once the patch is applied. Testing is crucial to verify the effectiveness of any implemented measures.

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Date

  • Published Date: 2025-03-05 00:00:00
  • Updated Date: 2025-03-05 17:15:19

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CVE-2025-27661