CVE-2018-7119 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2018-7119, a vulnerability in HPE NonStop Safeguard and NonStop H-series STDSEC-STANDARD SECURITY Product that could lead to local disclosure of sensitive information. Find mitigation steps and patching details.
A vulnerability has been discovered in HPE NonStop Safeguard and NonStop H-series STDSEC-STANDARD SECURITY Product that could lead to the local disclosure of sensitive information.
Understanding CVE-2018-7119
What is CVE-2018-7119?
This CVE identifies a vulnerability in HPE NonStop Safeguard and NonStop H-series STDSEC-STANDARD SECURITY Product that could potentially expose sensitive information locally.
The Impact of CVE-2018-7119
The vulnerability allows for the disclosure of sensitive information, particularly usernames and passwords, when certain commands in the affected software require them as command line parameters.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-7119
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability exists in HPE NonStop Safeguard and NonStop H-series STDSEC-STANDARD SECURITY Product versions prior to specific SPR releases, as well as later versions when a certain configuration attribute is not set.
Affected Systems and Versions
- NonStop SAFEGAURD: All versions before SPR T9750L01^AIC or T9750H05^AIH, and later versions without the PASSWORD-PROMPT set to BLIND
- H-series STDSEC-STANDARD SECURITY PROD: All versions before T6533L01^ADU or T6533H05^ADW, and later versions without the PASSWORD-PROMPT set to BLIND
- All versions on H-series
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability is exploited when specific commands in the affected software require the inclusion of usernames and passwords as command line parameters, potentially exposing these credentials locally.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update to the patched versions specified by HPE to mitigate the vulnerability
- Ensure that the PASSWORD-PROMPT configuration attribute is set to BLIND to enhance security
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement least privilege access to restrict unnecessary access to sensitive information
- Regularly review and update security configurations to prevent similar vulnerabilities
Patching and Updates
- Apply the necessary patches provided by HPE to address the vulnerability