CVE-2018-7093 : Security Advisory and Response

A denial of service vulnerability in HPE Integrated Lights-Out (iLO) and Moonshot Chassis Management Firmware could be exploited remotely, affecting various HPE server products.

Understanding CVE-2018-7093

What is CVE-2018-7093?

CVE-2018-7093 is a security vulnerability that allows for remote denial of service attacks on HPE Gen10 Servers and related components.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7093

The vulnerability could lead to a denial of service condition, disrupting the availability of affected systems and services.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7093

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability exists in HPE iLO 3, iLO 4, iLO 5, Moonshot Chassis Management Firmware, and Moonshot Component Packs, allowing remote attackers to trigger a denial of service.

Affected Systems and Versions

iLO 5 for HPE Gen10 Servers prior to v1.30
iLO 4 prior to v2.60
iLO 3 prior to v1.90
Moonshot Chassis Management Firmware prior to 1.58
Moonshot Component Packs prior to 2.55 for HPE ProLiant m510 and m710x server cartridges

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited remotely to cause a denial of service by sending specially crafted requests to the affected systems.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the necessary security patches provided by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE).
Implement network security best practices to restrict access to vulnerable systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all firmware and software components to mitigate future vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from HPE and promptly apply recommended patches to secure your systems.