CVE-2018-16791 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2018-16791 affecting SolarWinds SFTP/SCP Server before 2018-09-10. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this security vulnerability.
SolarWinds SFTP/SCP Server before 2018-09-10 exposes user passwords due to improper access permissions, posing a risk of unauthorized access and hidden backdoors.
Understanding CVE-2018-16791
SolarWinds SFTP/SCP Server vulnerability with insecure password storage and configuration file permissions.
What is CVE-2018-16791?
The vulnerability in SolarWinds SFTP/SCP Server allows unauthorized access to user passwords and potential server backdooring.
The Impact of CVE-2018-16791
- Unauthorized access to highly privileged accounts
- Potential introduction of hidden access points into the server
Technical Details of CVE-2018-16791
SolarWinds SFTP/SCP Server vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
The configuration file of SolarWinds SFTP/SCP Server is readable and writable to all, storing passwords insecurely.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: SolarWinds SFTP/SCP Server
- Version: Before 2018-09-10
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers can exploit the vulnerability to access user passwords and potentially compromise the server.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-16791.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update SolarWinds SFTP/SCP Server to the latest secure version
- Change all user passwords stored on the server
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly review and update server access permissions
- Implement strong password policies and encryption methods
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by SolarWinds to address the vulnerability