CVE-2018-17493 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in eVisitorPass could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges by exploiting an error associated with the Fullscreen button.

Understanding CVE-2018-17493

This CVE entry describes a security issue in the eVisitorPass software that could lead to privilege escalation for a local attacker.

What is CVE-2018-17493?

The vulnerability in eVisitorPass enables a person with local access to potentially obtain higher privileges by manipulating the Fullscreen button.

The Impact of CVE-2018-17493

CVSS Base Score: 8.4 (High Severity)
Confidentiality Impact: High
Integrity Impact: High
Availability Impact: High
Attack Vector: Local
Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Remediation Level: Official Fix
Report Confidence: Confirmed

Technical Details of CVE-2018-17493

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw allows an attacker to terminate the program and initiate additional processes by clicking on the Fullscreen button at the kiosk.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: eVisitorPass
Vendor: VisitorPass
Affected Version: 1.5.5.2

Exploitation Mechanism

The attacker needs local access to the system and can exploit the vulnerability by clicking on the Fullscreen button at the kiosk.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-17493, follow these mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement the official fix provided by the vendor.
Restrict physical access to the system to authorized personnel only.
Monitor and restrict user interactions with critical system functions.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security training for employees on identifying and reporting suspicious activities.
Keep software and systems up to date with the latest security patches.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates released by the vendor to address the vulnerability.