CVE-2018-1346 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

NetIQ eDirectory Denial of Service vulnerability affects versions prior to 9.1, leading to a denial of service attack. Upgrade to eDirectory 9.1 to mitigate the risk.

Understanding CVE-2018-1346

This CVE addresses a denial of service vulnerability in NetIQ eDirectory versions older than 9.1.

What is CVE-2018-1346?

The vulnerability to a denial of service (DoS) attack applies specifically to eDirectory versions that are older than 9.1.

The Impact of CVE-2018-1346

CVSS Base Score: 3.1 (Low Severity)
Attack Vector: Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity: High
Availability Impact: Low
No impact on Confidentiality or Integrity

Technical Details of CVE-2018-1346

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows attackers to launch a denial of service attack on eDirectory versions prior to 9.1.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: eDirectory
Vendor: NetIQ
Affected Versions: Prior to 9.1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by attackers with network access to the affected eDirectory instances.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-1346, follow these mitigation steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Upgrade to eDirectory 9.1 to eliminate the vulnerability.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch eDirectory to prevent future vulnerabilities.
Implement network security measures to restrict unauthorized access.
Monitor and analyze network traffic for unusual patterns.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates to keep eDirectory secure.