CVE-2017-4988 : Security Advisory and Response

EMC Isilon OneFS 8.0.1.0, 8.0.0 - 8.0.0.3, 7.2.0 - 7.2.1.4, 7.1.x is affected by a privilege escalation vulnerability that could potentially be exploited by attackers to compromise the affected system.

Understanding CVE-2017-4988

There is a privilege escalation vulnerability in EMC Isilon OneFS versions 8.0.1.0, 8.0.0 - 8.0.0.3, 7.2.0 - 7.2.1.4, and 7.1.x. This vulnerability has the potential to be exploited by attackers in order to compromise the system.

What is CVE-2017-4988?

CVE-2017-4988 is a privilege escalation vulnerability found in EMC Isilon OneFS versions 8.0.1.0, 8.0.0 - 8.0.0.3, 7.2.0 - 7.2.1.4, and 7.1.x.

The Impact of CVE-2017-4988

This vulnerability could allow attackers to escalate their privileges and potentially compromise the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-4988

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in EMC Isilon OneFS allows for privilege escalation, posing a risk of unauthorized access and control of the system.

Affected Systems and Versions

EMC Isilon OneFS 8.0.1.0
EMC Isilon OneFS 8.0.0 - 8.0.0.3
EMC Isilon OneFS 7.2.0 - 7.2.1.4
EMC Isilon OneFS 7.1.x

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gain elevated privileges on the affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by EMC promptly.
Monitor for any unauthorized access or unusual activities on the system.
Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user permissions.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems to prevent vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits and assessments to identify and address any potential weaknesses.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all EMC Isilon OneFS systems are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the privilege escalation vulnerability.