CVE-2018-12468 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in the administration console of Micro Focus GroupWise prior to version 18.0.2 allows a remote attacker authenticated as an administrator to upload files to an arbitrary path on the server, potentially leading to remote code execution.

Understanding CVE-2018-12468

An exploitable weakness has been identified in the management console of Micro Focus GroupWise versions earlier than 18.0.2, enabling a remote attacker to transfer files to any location on the server, potentially leading to code execution.

What is CVE-2018-12468?

This CVE refers to an arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the GroupWise administration console, allowing remote attackers to upload files to the server, leading to potential code execution.

The Impact of CVE-2018-12468

CVSS Base Score: 9.1 (Critical)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: High
User Interaction: None
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High
Availability Impact: High
Scope: Changed

Technical Details of CVE-2018-12468

The technical details of the vulnerability in Micro Focus GroupWise are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows an authenticated remote attacker to upload files to the server.
This could potentially lead to the execution of code from a remote location.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: GroupWise
Vendor: Micro Focus
Affected Version: 2018 (custom version)
Versions Affected: Less than 18.0.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Remote attacker authenticated as an administrator can exploit the vulnerability to upload files to any location on the server.
In specific scenarios, this could result in the execution of code from a remote location.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-12468, consider the following mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update GroupWise to version 18.0.2 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor and restrict access to the administration console to authorized personnel only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update security configurations for GroupWise.
Conduct security training for administrators to recognize and respond to potential threats.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by Micro Focus to address the vulnerability.