CVE-2018-2025 : What You Need to Know

IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client and IBM Spectrum Protect for Virtual Environments 7.1 and 8.1 create directories and files with open permissions, potentially exposing sensitive data.

Understanding CVE-2018-2025

This CVE involves IBM products creating directories and files with insecure permissions, impacting data confidentiality.

What is CVE-2018-2025?

IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client and IBM Spectrum Protect for Virtual Environments versions 7.1 and 8.1 generate directories and files in the CIT subdirectory with universal read and write permissions.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2025

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to access and potentially modify sensitive data stored in the affected directories and files.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2025

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The issue stems from the creation of directories and files with overly permissive permissions by IBM Spectrum Protect products, compromising data security.

Affected Systems and Versions

IBM Spectrum Protect Backup-Archive Client 7.1.0.0, 8.1.0.0, 8.1.8.0, 7.1.8.5
IBM Spectrum Protect for Virtual Environments 7.1.0.0, 7.1.8.5, 8.1.0.0, 8.1.8.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: None
User Interaction: None
Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from the CVE-2018-2025 vulnerability with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Restrict access to the vulnerable directories and files.
Monitor and audit file permissions regularly.
Apply official fixes provided by IBM.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement the principle of least privilege for file access.
Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
Educate users on secure file handling practices.

Patching and Updates

Apply official patches and updates from IBM to address the vulnerability and enhance system security.