Cloud Defense Logo

Products

Solutions

Company

CVE-2017-18213 : Security Advisory and Response

Learn about CVE-2017-18213 affecting Exponent CMS versions before 2.4.1 Patch #6. Find out the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.

Exponent CMS versions before 2.4.1 Patch #6 allow certain admin users to elevate their privileges.

Understanding CVE-2017-18213

Certain admin users are able to increase their privileges in Exponent CMS versions before 2.4.1 Patch #6.

What is CVE-2017-18213?

In Exponent CMS before 2.4.1 Patch #6, specific admin users can escalate their privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2017-18213

This vulnerability enables unauthorized users to gain elevated privileges within the CMS, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over sensitive information.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-18213

Exponent CMS vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

Certain admin users in Exponent CMS versions before 2.4.1 Patch #6 can increase their privileges, posing a security risk.

Affected Systems and Versions

        Product: Not applicable
        Vendor: Not applicable
        Versions: All versions before 2.4.1 Patch #6

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability allows admin users to manipulate the system to gain higher privileges than intended.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2017-18213.

Immediate Steps to Take

        Upgrade to Exponent CMS version 2.4.1 Patch #6 or later.
        Monitor admin user activities for suspicious behavior.
        Restrict admin privileges to necessary functions only.

Long-Term Security Practices

        Regularly update Exponent CMS to the latest version.
        Conduct security training for admin users to recognize and report unusual activities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of patches and updates provided by Exponent CMS to address security vulnerabilities.

Popular CVEs

CVE Id

Published Date

Is your System Free of Underlying Vulnerabilities?
Find Out Now