CVE-2018-2392 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

SAP Internet Graphics Server (IGS) versions 7.20, 7.20EXT, 7.45, 7.49, and 7.53 may experience a failure in validating XML External Entities, potentially leading to server unavailability.

Understanding CVE-2018-2392

When certain conditions are met, the SAP Internet Graphics Server (IGS) versions 7.20, 7.20EXT, 7.45, 7.49, and 7.53 may fail to appropriately validate XML External Entities, resulting in server unavailability.

What is CVE-2018-2392?

This CVE refers to a vulnerability in SAP Internet Graphics Server versions 7.20, 7.20EXT, 7.45, 7.49, and 7.53, where the server fails to validate XML External Entities under specific conditions.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2392

The vulnerability can lead to the unavailability of the SAP Internet Graphics Server (IGS) when XML External Entities are not validated correctly.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2392

SAP Internet Graphics Server vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

The issue arises when the server fails to validate XML External Entities, potentially causing service disruption.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Versions: 7.20, 7.20EXT, 7.45, 7.49, 7.53
Product: SAP Internet Graphics Server

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating XML External Entities to disrupt the server's operation.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2018-2392.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by SAP promptly.
Monitor SAP security advisories for updates.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch SAP Internet Graphics Server.
Implement secure coding practices to prevent XML-related vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Ensure all affected versions of SAP Internet Graphics Server are updated with the latest security patches.