CVE-2018-18013 : Security Advisory and Response

Xen Mobile version 10.8.0 has a vulnerability that allows remote code execution due to a service running on port 5001 accepting unauthenticated input. The vendor disputes this as they claim it is mitigated by an internal firewall.

Understanding CVE-2018-18013

Xen Mobile version 10.8.0 vulnerability with disputed status.

What is CVE-2018-18013?

Xen Mobile version 10.8.0 vulnerability allows remote code execution by accepting unauthenticated input on port 5001.

The Impact of CVE-2018-18013

Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
The vendor disputes this as they believe the internal firewall restricts access to configuration services to localhost.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-18013

Xen Mobile version 10.8.0 vulnerability technical details.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from a service within Xen Mobile version 10.8.0 that deserializes raw Java objects into memory, enabling remote code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Xen Mobile
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: 10.8.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Service running on port 5001 accepts unauthenticated input.
Deserialization of raw Java objects into memory allows remote code execution.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the CVE-2018-18013 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity on port 5001.
Implement additional access controls to restrict access to critical services.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Xen Mobile to the latest version.
Conduct security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply vendor-recommended patches and updates to address the vulnerability in Xen Mobile version 10.8.0.