CVE-2018-7583 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2018-7583, a vulnerability in DualDesk 20's Proxy.exe file allowing Remote Denial of Service attacks by crashing the daemon via TCP port 5500. Find mitigation steps and prevention measures.
DualDesk 20's Proxy.exe file vulnerability can lead to a Remote Denial of Service attack by crashing the daemon when a lengthy string is sent to TCP port 5500.
Understanding CVE-2018-7583
In DualDesk 20, a specific file can be exploited to cause a Remote Denial of Service attack, resulting in a daemon crash.
What is CVE-2018-7583?
This CVE refers to a vulnerability in Proxy.exe within DualDesk 20 that allows attackers to crash the daemon by sending a long string to TCP port 5500.
The Impact of CVE-2018-7583
The exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to a Remote Denial of Service attack, causing the daemon to crash and potentially disrupting services.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-7583
DualDesk 20's vulnerability in Proxy.exe has the following technical details:
Vulnerability Description
- Exploitable Proxy.exe file
- Allows Remote Denial of Service attack
- Triggered by sending a lengthy string to TCP port 5500
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: DualDesk 20
- Vendor: N/A
- Version: N/A
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers exploit the Proxy.exe file
- Send a long string to TCP port 5500
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address CVE-2018-7583:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Disable or restrict access to TCP port 5500
- Implement network-level protections
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch DualDesk 20
- Conduct security assessments and audits
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches or updates provided by DualDesk to fix the vulnerability