CVE-2018-10769 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Smart contract vulnerability in SmartMesh (SMT) ERC20 token allows unauthorized asset transfers.

Understanding CVE-2018-10769

SmartMesh token vulnerability enables replay attacks for unauthorized asset transfers.

What is CVE-2018-10769?

The vulnerability in SmartMesh token's transferProxy and approveProxy functions allows attackers to conduct unauthorized asset transfers due to replay attacks.

The Impact of CVE-2018-10769

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability to transfer digital assets without authorization.
Similar functions in other tokens like First (FST), GG Token (GG), M2C Mesh Network (MTC), M2C Mesh Network (mesh), and UG Token (UGT) can also be targeted.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-10769

Smart contract vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The transferProxy and approveProxy functions in SmartMesh token allow unauthorized asset transfers through replay attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability by initiating replay attacks using functions with identical signatures in other tokens.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2018-10769 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Monitor and restrict token transfers to prevent unauthorized transactions.
Implement secure coding practices to avoid replay attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly audit smart contracts for vulnerabilities.
Educate developers on secure coding practices to prevent similar issues.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by SmartMesh to fix the vulnerability.