CVE-2018-11078 : Security Advisory and Response

Dell EMC VPlex GeoSynchrony software versions prior to 6.1 are affected by an insecure file permissions vulnerability that could be exploited by a remote authenticated attacker. This CVE was published on September 7, 2018.

Understanding CVE-2018-11078

This CVE identifies a security issue in Dell EMC VPlex GeoSynchrony software versions released before 6.1, leading to insecure file permissions.

What is CVE-2018-11078?

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker to access VPN configuration files, potentially enabling a Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attack on VPN traffic.

The Impact of CVE-2018-11078

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 4 (Medium severity) with low confidentiality and integrity impacts. It requires low privileges and user interaction, with a high attack complexity.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-11078

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Vulnerability Description

The insecure file permissions vulnerability in Dell EMC VPlex GeoSynchrony versions prior to 6.1 allow unauthorized access to VPN configuration files.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: VPlex Software: GeoSynchrony
Vendor: DELL EMC
Versions Affected: < 6.1 (unspecified version type)

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated attacker to gain access to VPN configuration files and potentially conduct a MITM attack on VPN traffic.

Mitigation and Prevention

Learn how to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2018-11078.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the VPlex GeoSynchrony software to version 6.1 or higher to eliminate the vulnerability.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities that could indicate a MITM attack.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and adjust file permissions to ensure secure access control.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by DELL EMC to address the insecure file permissions vulnerability.