CVE-2018-18652 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-18652, a vulnerability in Veritas NetBackup Appliance allowing authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges due to insufficient input filtering.
Veritas NetBackup Appliance before version 3.1.2 allows authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges due to a remote command execution vulnerability resulting from inadequate input filtering.
Understanding CVE-2018-18652
Administrators authenticated in Veritas NetBackup Appliance before version 3.1.2 are at risk of executing arbitrary commands with root privileges due to a vulnerability resulting from insufficient input filtering.
What is CVE-2018-18652?
This CVE refers to a remote command execution vulnerability in Veritas NetBackup Appliance before version 3.1.2 that enables authenticated administrators to run arbitrary commands as root due to inadequate user input filtering.
The Impact of CVE-2018-18652
The vulnerability allows attackers to execute commands with elevated privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or system compromise.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-18652
Veritas NetBackup Appliance before version 3.1.2 is susceptible to a critical security flaw that allows authenticated users to execute commands with root privileges.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from inadequate filtering of user input, enabling authenticated administrators to run arbitrary commands as root.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Veritas NetBackup Appliance
- Versions affected: Before 3.1.2
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers need authentication in Veritas NetBackup Appliance before version 3.1.2 to exploit this vulnerability and execute arbitrary commands with root privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2018-18652, follow these steps:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Upgrade to version 3.1.2 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software to address security vulnerabilities.
- Conduct security audits and assessments to identify and remediate potential risks.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches provided by Veritas promptly to fix the vulnerability and enhance system security.