CVE-2018-11063 : Security Advisory and Response

Dell WMS versions 1.1 and earlier are affected by multiple unquoted service path vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities can allow a local user with limited privileges to execute unauthorized executables with elevated privileges.

Understanding CVE-2018-11063

Versions 1.1 and earlier of Dell WMS have security vulnerabilities related to unquoted service paths.

What is CVE-2018-11063?

Dell Wyse Management Suite versions 1.1 and prior are impacted by unquoted service path vulnerabilities.
Incorrect installation of multiple services leads to paths to service executables being specified without quotes.
This flaw could enable a low-privileged local user to run arbitrary executables with elevated privileges.

The Impact of CVE-2018-11063

Unauthorized execution of executables by a local user with limited privileges.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-11063

Dell Wyse Management Suite vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

Unquoted service path vulnerabilities in Dell WMS.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Wyse Management Suite
Vendor: Dell
Versions Affected: 1.1 and earlier
Affected Versions: Standard, Pro

Exploitation Mechanism

Improper installation of services without using quotation marks.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your system from CVE-2018-11063.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor-supplied patches or updates.
Monitor Dell's security advisories for any new information.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.
Implement the principle of least privilege to limit user access.
Conduct regular security audits and assessments.

Patching and Updates

Dell may release patches or updates to address the unquoted service path vulnerabilities.