CVE-2018-19003 : Security Advisory and Response

The GE Mark VIe, EX2100e, EX2100e_Reg, and LS2100e versions 03.03.28C to 05.02.04C, as well as all versions prior to v04.09.00C for EX2100e and EX2100e_Reg, and LS2100e, have been identified to have a vulnerability related to path traversal. This vulnerability allows attackers to access restricted information without proper restrictions in place.

Understanding CVE-2018-19003

What is CVE-2018-19003?

CVE-2018-19003 is a vulnerability found in GE Mark VIe, EX2100e, EX2100e_Reg, and LS2100e systems that allows unauthorized access to restricted information due to a path traversal issue.

The Impact of CVE-2018-19003

This vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to gain access to sensitive data without proper authorization, potentially leading to unauthorized disclosure of information.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-19003

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in GE Mark VIe, EX2100e, EX2100e_Reg, and LS2100e systems allows for improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory, enabling path traversal.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Products: GE Mark VIe, EX2100e, EX2100e_Reg, and LS2100e
Vulnerable Versions: Mark VIe Versions 03.03.28C to 05.02.04C, EX2100e All versions prior to v04.09.00C, EX2100e_Reg All versions prior to v04.09.00C, and LS2100e All versions prior to v04.09.00C

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating file paths to access files and directories outside the intended directory structure, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by the vendor to fix the path traversal vulnerability.
Implement proper access controls and restrictions to limit unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit file access to detect any unauthorized activities.
Conduct security training for personnel to raise awareness of potential vulnerabilities and best practices.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all affected systems are updated with the latest patches and security updates to mitigate the risk of exploitation.