CVE-2018-16437 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-16437, a vulnerability in Gxlcms 2.0 allowing Directory Traversal exploited by an administrator. Find mitigation steps and necessary updates here.
In the previous version of Gxlcms 2.0, prior to the bug fix released on September 15, 2018, there was a vulnerability regarding Directory Traversal that could potentially be exploited by an administrator.
Understanding CVE-2018-16437
Gxlcms 2.0 before the bug fix 20180915 has a Directory Traversal vulnerability exploitable by an administrator.
What is CVE-2018-16437?
This CVE refers to a security vulnerability in Gxlcms 2.0 that allowed for Directory Traversal, potentially exploitable by an administrator.
The Impact of CVE-2018-16437
The vulnerability could be exploited by an administrator to gain unauthorized access to sensitive directories and files on the system.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-16437
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in Gxlcms 2.0 allowed for Directory Traversal, enabling an administrator to access unauthorized directories and files.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Gxlcms 2.0
- Versions: All versions before the bug fix released on September 15, 2018
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability could be exploited by an administrator to navigate through directories and access files beyond their authorized permissions.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply the bug fix released on September 15, 2018, to address the Directory Traversal vulnerability.
- Restrict administrator access to only necessary directories.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to prevent known vulnerabilities.
- Implement access controls and permissions to limit unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
Ensure all systems running Gxlcms 2.0 are updated with the bug fix released on September 15, 2018 to mitigate the Directory Traversal vulnerability.