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CVE-2018-17287: In Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console 4.1.1.11.0.5212, some fields, such as passwords, are ob...

In Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console 4.1.1.11.0.5212, some fields, such as passwords, are obfuscated in the front-end, but the cleartext value can be exfiltrated by using the back-end "download" feature, as demonstrated by an mfp.password downloadsettingvalue operation.

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Plain-English summary

This CVE describes a Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console issue where values hidden in the browser, including passwords, could still be retrieved in clear text through a back-end download feature. The sources do not provide CVSS, patch status, or evidence of active exploitation.

Executive priority

Treat this as a targeted exposure-management item rather than an emergency based on current evidence. Prioritize if Kofax administration consoles exist, especially if reachable beyond a tightly controlled admin network or if stored credentials protect important systems.

Technical view

In version 4.1.1.11.0.5212, sensitive fields are only obfuscated at the front end. The back end can disclose the underlying cleartext configuration value through its download functionality. The public record identifies information disclosure but does not define authentication requirements, broader affected versions, or vendor remediation.

Likely exposure

Known exposure is limited to Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console 4.1.1.11.0.5212 in the provided sources. Risk is higher where the administration console is reachable by untrusted users or networks, but the source bundle does not confirm required privileges.

Exploitation context

The CVE is not listed as KEV in the supplied bundle, and no cited source states active exploitation. A public disclosure exists, so the issue is publicly known, but operational exploit prevalence is not evidenced here.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse: no CVSS, no CWE, no affected CPEs, no patch details, and no authentication context are provided. Focus analysis on confirming deployed version, privilege model, network reachability, and whether secrets stored in console configuration require rotation.

Mitigation direction

  • Identify any deployed Kofax Front Office Server Administration Console instances and versions.
  • Check Kofax or vendor guidance for fixed versions or supported remediation.
  • Restrict administration console access to trusted administrators and networks.
  • Rotate exposed or potentially exposed secrets after remediation.
  • Review logging around configuration export or download activity.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm whether version 4.1.1.11.0.5212 is present in the environment.
  • Inventory who can access the administration console and download functionality.
  • Verify sensitive configuration values are not retrievable through normal administrative exports.
  • Review historical access logs for unusual configuration download activity.
  • Document remediation status and any secret rotation performed.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
3

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CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
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