CVE-2018-3854 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Quicken Deluxe 2018 for Mac version 5.2.2 contains a vulnerability in its password protection feature that allows unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Understanding CVE-2018-3854

What is CVE-2018-3854?

An exploitable information disclosure vulnerability exists in Quicken Deluxe 2018 for Mac version 5.2.2, enabling attackers to bypass password protection and access data.

The Impact of CVE-2018-3854

The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 7.1 (High), with high impacts on confidentiality and integrity. Attackers can access and modify data without the password.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-3854

Vulnerability Description

Attackers can exploit a flaw in the password protection feature to reveal sensitive information.
By manipulating a specific sqlite3 request, unauthorized access to data can be gained without the password.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Quicken Deluxe 2018 for Mac version 5.2.2
Vendor: N/A
Affected Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: None
Scope: Unchanged
The attacker must already have access to the password-protected files to trigger the vulnerability.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Regularly monitor for security updates and patches from the vendor.
Restrict access to sensitive files and data to authorized personnel only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong password policies and multi-factor authentication.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply the latest security patches and updates provided by Quicken for the affected version.