CVE-2018-1000558 : Security Advisory and Response

OCS Inventory NG, specifically in ocsreports versions 2.4 and 2.3.1, has a SQL Injection vulnerability that allows an authenticated attacker to access the database. This vulnerability has been fixed in version 2.4.1.

Understanding CVE-2018-1000558

This CVE involves a SQL Injection vulnerability in OCS Inventory NG's web search feature.

What is CVE-2018-1000558?

The vulnerability in OCS Inventory NG's web search feature allows an authenticated attacker to fully access the database by sending specially crafted requests.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1000558

The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data stored in the database, posing a significant security risk.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1000558

OCS Inventory NG ocsreports versions 2.4 and 2.3.1 are affected by this SQL Injection vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

An authenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability to gain full access to the database by sending crafted requests.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: OCS Inventory NG
Versions: ocsreports 2.4 and 2.3.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by sending specially crafted requests to the web search feature, allowing unauthorized access to the database.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent the exploitation of this vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update OCS Inventory NG to version 2.4.1, where the vulnerability has been fixed.
Monitor database access for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and apply security patches promptly.
Conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running OCS Inventory NG are updated to version 2.4.1 to mitigate the risk of SQL Injection attacks.