CVE-2018-7103 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-7103, a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) Wireless Services Manager Software. Find out the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
A vulnerability known as Remote Code Execution has been discovered in the HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) Wireless Services Manager Software, versions prior to IMC WSM 7.3 E0506P02.
Understanding CVE-2018-7103
This CVE identifies a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) Wireless Services Manager Software.
What is CVE-2018-7103?
The CVE-2018-7103 vulnerability refers to a security flaw in the HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) Wireless Services Manager Software that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
The Impact of CVE-2018-7103
This vulnerability can be exploited by malicious actors to remotely execute code on systems running the affected versions of the HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) Wireless Services Manager Software.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-7103
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on systems running versions of HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) Wireless Services Manager Software prior to IMC WSM 7.3 E0506P02.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) Wireless Services Manager Software
- Vendor: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
- Versions Affected: Prior to IMC WSM 7.3 E0506P02
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited remotely by attackers to run arbitrary code on vulnerable systems.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2018-7103 is crucial to maintaining security.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update the HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) Wireless Services Manager Software to version IMC WSM 7.3 E0506P02 or later.
- Implement network segmentation to limit exposure of vulnerable systems.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor and patch software for security updates.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply security patches and updates provided by Hewlett Packard Enterprise to address the CVE-2018-7103 vulnerability.