CVE-2018-18658 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-18658, a vulnerability in Arcserve Unified Data Protection (UDP) up to version 6.5 Update 4, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive information through the /UDPUpdates/Config/FullUpdateSettings.xml file. Find out the impact, affected systems, exploitation mechanism, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability has been found in Arcserve Unified Data Protection (UDP) up to 6.5 Update 4, allowing unauthenticated access to sensitive information through the /UDPUpdates/Config/FullUpdateSettings.xml file.
Understanding CVE-2018-18658
This CVE identifies an issue in Arcserve UDP that could lead to unauthenticated access to sensitive data.
What is CVE-2018-18658?
CVE-2018-18658 is a vulnerability in Arcserve Unified Data Protection (UDP) up to version 6.5 Update 4, enabling unauthorized users to retrieve sensitive information.
The Impact of CVE-2018-18658
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated individuals to access confidential data stored in the /UDPUpdates/Config/FullUpdateSettings.xml file, potentially leading to data breaches and unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-18658
This section provides more in-depth technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The issue in Arcserve UDP up to version 6.5 Update 4 allows unauthenticated access to sensitive information through the /UDPUpdates/Config/FullUpdateSettings.xml file.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Arcserve Unified Data Protection (UDP)
- Versions affected: Up to 6.5 Update 4
Exploitation Mechanism
Unauthorized users can exploit this vulnerability by accessing the /UDPUpdates/Config/FullUpdateSettings.xml file without authentication, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive data.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-18658 requires immediate actions and long-term security measures.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Restrict access to the /UDPUpdates/Config/FullUpdateSettings.xml file to authorized users only.
- Monitor access logs for any suspicious activities related to this file.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update Arcserve UDP to the latest version to patch known vulnerabilities.
- Implement strong authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive files.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that Arcserve UDP is updated to version 6.5 Update 4 or later to mitigate the CVE-2018-18658 vulnerability.