CVE-2018-1985 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-1985 affecting IBM Trusteer Rapport/Apex 3.6.1908.22, allowing buffer overflow by admin users. Find mitigation steps and patch updates.
IBM Trusteer Rapport/Apex 3.6.1908.22 contains a legacy driver that, if exploited by an admin user, can lead to a buffer overflow and kernel panic.
Understanding CVE-2018-1985
IBM Trusteer Rapport/Apex 3.6.1908.22 has a vulnerability that could result in a denial of service due to a buffer overflow.
What is CVE-2018-1985?
- Legacy driver in IBM Trusteer Rapport/Apex 3.6.1908.22 can cause a buffer overflow if exploited by an admin user.
- Identified and classified by IBM X-Force as ID 154207.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1985
- CVSS v3.0 Base Score: 4.4 (Medium)
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: High
- Availability Impact: High
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1985
Vulnerability Description
- Unused legacy driver in IBM Trusteer Rapport/Apex 3.6.1908.22
- Buffer overflow potential leading to kernel panic
Affected Systems and Versions
- Security Trusteer Rapport 3.6.1908.22
- Security Rapport for MacOS 3.6.1908.22
Exploitation Mechanism
- Requires an admin user to exploit the legacy driver
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fix provided by IBM
- Monitor for any unusual system behavior
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch software
- Limit user privileges to minimize impact of potential exploits
Patching and Updates
- Follow IBM's security bulletin for patch updates