CVE-2018-5283 : Security Advisory and Response

The iOS version 1.0.1 of the Wifi application contains a vulnerability in its Photos feature that allows for directory traversal by exploiting a specific parameter in the URL.

Understanding CVE-2018-5283

This CVE entry highlights a directory traversal vulnerability in the Photos feature of the Wifi application for iOS version 1.0.1.

What is CVE-2018-5283?

The vulnerability in the Wifi application's Photos feature permits unauthorized directory access by manipulating the 'ext' parameter in a specific URL.

The Impact of CVE-2018-5283

Exploiting this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive directories and potentially compromise user data stored within the application.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-5283

This section delves into the technical aspects of the CVE entry.

Vulnerability Description

The Photos feature in Wifi application 1.0.1 for iOS is susceptible to directory traversal through the 'ext' parameter in the assets-library://asset/asset.php URL.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: Not applicable
Affected Vendor: Not applicable
Affected Version: Not applicable

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by manipulating the 'ext' parameter in the assets-library://asset/asset.php URL to gain unauthorized access to directories.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-5283 requires immediate actions and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable Photos feature in the Wifi application.
Implement URL filtering to block malicious requests targeting the 'ext' parameter.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update the Wifi application to patch known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address potential weaknesses.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by the application vendor to address the directory traversal vulnerability in the Photos feature.