CVE-2017-2858 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been discovered in Natus Xltek NeuroWorks 8 that can be exploited for denial-of-service attacks. When a crafted network packet is sent, it can lead to an out-of-bounds read, causing a denial of service.

Understanding CVE-2017-2858

This CVE entry describes a vulnerability in the traversal of lists function in Natus Xltek NeuroWorks 8 that can result in denial-of-service attacks.

What is CVE-2017-2858?

The vulnerability in Natus Xltek NeuroWorks 8 allows attackers to trigger a denial-of-service condition by sending a specially crafted network packet.

The Impact of CVE-2017-2858

CVSS Base Score: 7.5 (High)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Availability Impact: High

Technical Details of CVE-2017-2858

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Natus Xltek NeuroWorks 8's traversal of lists function allows for an out-of-bounds read, leading to a denial-of-service condition when a malicious packet is transmitted.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: Natus
Vendor: Talos
Affected Version: Natus Xltek NeuroWorks 8

Exploitation Mechanism

To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker can send a specially crafted network packet to trigger the out-of-bounds read and cause a denial-of-service attack.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2017-2858 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement network filtering to block malicious packets.
Apply vendor-supplied patches or updates.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from vendors.
Apply security patches promptly to protect systems from known vulnerabilities.