CVE-2018-11173 : Security Advisory and Response

Command injection vulnerability in Quest DR Series Disk Backup software versions prior to 4.0.3.1.

Understanding CVE-2018-11173

What is CVE-2018-11173?

Command injection vulnerability in Quest DR Series Disk Backup software versions before 4.0.3.1, ranked as the 31st issue out of 46.

The Impact of CVE-2018-11173

This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data loss, or system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-11173

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability exists in versions of Quest DR Series Disk Backup software earlier than 4.0.3.1, enabling command injection.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Quest DR Series Disk Backup software
Vendor: Quest
Versions affected: All versions prior to 4.0.3.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious commands into the affected software, gaining unauthorized access and control over the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Quest DR Series Disk Backup software to version 4.0.3.1 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit system logs for any suspicious activities.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Quest to ensure the software is protected against known vulnerabilities.