CVE-2018-11634 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

In Dialogic PowerMedia XMS before 3.5 SU2, a vulnerability allows local users to view user passwords in plaintext within the administrative console.

Understanding CVE-2018-11634

What is CVE-2018-11634?

Dialogic PowerMedia XMS before 3.5 SU2 has a security flaw that exposes user passwords in cleartext within the administrative console.

The Impact of CVE-2018-11634

This vulnerability enables unauthorized local users to access sensitive user passwords stored in plaintext, compromising system security.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-11634

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in Dialogic PowerMedia XMS before 3.5 SU2 allows local users to read the file at /var/www/xms/xmsdb/default.db, revealing user passwords.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Dialogic PowerMedia XMS
Versions: Before 3.5 SU2

Exploitation Mechanism

Unauthorized local users can exploit this vulnerability by accessing the specific file path to view user passwords in plaintext.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Restrict access to sensitive system files and directories.
Regularly monitor and audit access to the administrative console.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong password policies and encryption practices.
Conduct regular security training for system administrators and users.

Patching and Updates

Apply the necessary patches and updates provided by Dialogic to address this vulnerability.