CVE-2018-10253 : Security Advisory and Response

Paessler PRTG Network Monitor before version 18.1.39.1648 mishandles stack memory during certain API calls.

Understanding CVE-2018-10253

This CVE involves the mishandling of stack memory in Paessler PRTG Network Monitor, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities.

What is CVE-2018-10253?

The vulnerability arises in Paessler PRTG Network Monitor versions prior to 18.1.39.1648 due to incorrect handling of stack memory during specific API calls.

The Impact of CVE-2018-10253

The mishandling of stack memory could potentially be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-10253

Paessler PRTG Network Monitor's vulnerability details and impact.

Vulnerability Description

The issue occurs in versions before 18.1.39.1648 while making certain unspecified API calls, leading to stack memory mishandling.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Paessler PRTG Network Monitor
Versions affected: All versions before 18.1.39.1648

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by triggering the mishandling of stack memory during specific API calls, potentially leading to unauthorized code execution or DoS attacks.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-10253.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Paessler PRTG Network Monitor to version 18.1.39.1648 or later to address the stack memory mishandling.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity that could indicate exploitation of this vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to ensure the latest security fixes are in place.
Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches provided by Paessler for Paessler PRTG Network Monitor to fix the stack memory mishandling vulnerability.