CVE-2018-1186 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Discover the impact of CVE-2018-1186 affecting Dell EMC Isilon OneFS versions 8.1.0.0 - 8.1.0.1, 8.0.1.0 - 8.0.1.2, 8.0.0.0 - 8.0.0.6, 7.2.1.x, and 7.1.1.11. Learn about the exploitation mechanism and mitigation steps.
Dell EMC Isilon OneFS versions 8.1.0.0 - 8.1.0.1, 8.0.1.0 - 8.0.1.2, 8.0.0.0 - 8.0.0.6, 7.2.1.x, and 7.1.1.11 are vulnerable to a cross-site scripting issue in the Cluster description feature of the OneFS web administration interface.
Understanding CVE-2018-1186
This CVE identifies a cross-site scripting vulnerability in Dell EMC Isilon OneFS versions.
What is CVE-2018-1186?
The CVE-2018-1186 vulnerability allows a malicious administrator to inject arbitrary HTML or JavaScript code into a user's browser session through the OneFS website.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1186
This vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized code execution and potential data theft through the compromised user sessions.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1186
Dive into the technical aspects of this CVE.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in Dell EMC Isilon OneFS versions allows for cross-site scripting attacks via the Cluster description feature in the web administration interface.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Isilon OneFS versions 8.1.0.0 - 8.1.0.1
- Isilon OneFS versions 8.0.1.0 - 8.0.1.2
- Isilon OneFS versions 8.0.0.0 - 8.0.0.6
- Isilon OneFS versions 7.2.1.x
- Isilon OneFS version 7.1.1.11
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows a malicious administrator to inject arbitrary HTML or JavaScript code into the user's browser session while using the OneFS website.
Mitigation and Prevention
Learn how to address and prevent the CVE-2018-1186 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Dell EMC promptly.
- Monitor and restrict access to the OneFS web administration interface.
- Educate users about the risks of executing untrusted code.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch Isilon OneFS to the latest secure versions.
- Implement network security measures to detect and prevent cross-site scripting attacks.
Patching and Updates
Ensure timely installation of security updates and patches released by Dell EMC to mitigate the CVE-2018-1186 vulnerability.