CVE-2018-7114 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Intelligent Management Center (IMC) prior to IMC PLAT 7.3 (E0605P06) is susceptible to a remote buffer overflow vulnerability in dbman, potentially leading to code execution. The issue has been addressed in IMC PLAT 7.3 (E0605P06) and later versions.

Understanding CVE-2018-7114

This CVE entry highlights a critical security vulnerability in HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC) that could allow remote code execution.

What is CVE-2018-7114?

The vulnerability in HPE IMC prior to version 7.3 (E0605P06) enables attackers to trigger a buffer overflow in dbman, which may result in the execution of arbitrary code on the affected system.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7114

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized remote code execution, potentially compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7114

HPE IMC vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The security flaw in HPE IMC allows for a remote buffer overflow in dbman, which could be exploited by attackers to execute malicious code remotely.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: HPE Intelligent Management Center (IMC)
Vendor: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Vulnerable Versions: Prior to IMC PLAT 7.3 (E0605P06)

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability by sending specially crafted requests to the dbman component, triggering a buffer overflow and potentially executing arbitrary code.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-7114.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update HPE IMC to version 7.3 (E0605P06) or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor vendor security advisories for updates and patches.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Hewlett Packard Enterprise to ensure the security of HPE IMC.