CVE-2018-7518 : Security Advisory and Response

CVE-2018-7518 pertains to a vulnerability in the TotalAlert Web Application within BeaconMedaes Scroll Medical Air Systems, allowing unauthorized access to credentials.

Understanding CVE-2018-7518

This CVE entry addresses a security flaw in the TotalAlert Web Application that could compromise user credentials.

What is CVE-2018-7518?

The vulnerability in the TotalAlert Web Application allowed attackers with network access to retrieve stored credentials insecurely.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7518

The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information and compromise the security of the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7518

This section provides detailed technical information about the CVE-2018-7518 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

Prior to version v4107600010.23 of the TotalAlert Web Application, attackers could obtain default or user-defined credentials stored and transmitted insecurely.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: BeaconMedaes TotalAlert Scroll Medical Air Systems web application
Vendor: ICS-CERT
Versions Affected: All versions prior to version 4107600010.23

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with network access to the integrated web server could exploit the vulnerability to access credentials insecurely.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-7518, follow these mitigation and prevention strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the TotalAlert Web Application to version 4107600010.23 or later.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.
Change default credentials and use strong, unique passwords.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement secure transmission protocols for sensitive data.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing.

Patching and Updates

Regularly apply security patches and updates to the TotalAlert Web Application to prevent vulnerabilities.