CVE-2018-6908 : Security Advisory and Response

Green Electronics RainMachine Mini-8 (2nd Generation) and Touch HD 12 devices are affected by a security flaw allowing unauthorized actions.

Understanding CVE-2018-6908

The vulnerability in the web application of the mentioned devices enables attackers to execute actions without authentication.

What is CVE-2018-6908?

An authentication bypass vulnerability in Green Electronics RainMachine Mini-8 and Touch HD 12 devices allows unauthenticated attackers to perform actions on the device.

The Impact of CVE-2018-6908

The flaw permits attackers to access device credentials by manipulating the HTTP 'Host' header with specific values.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-6908

The following technical aspects provide insight into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw in the web application allows attackers to execute actions without authentication by including specific values in the HTTP 'Host' header.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Green Electronics RainMachine Mini-8 (2nd Generation) and Touch HD 12
Vendor: Green Electronics
Versions: All versions are affected

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit the vulnerability by inserting the value 127.0.0.1:port in the HTTP 'Host' header, granting access to device credentials.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against CVE-2018-6908 involves immediate and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable remote access if not required
Implement network segmentation to restrict access
Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update device firmware and software
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing
Educate users on secure practices

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Green Electronics to address the vulnerability.