CVE-2020-8218 : Security Advisory and Response

A code injection vulnerability in Pulse Connect Secure <9.1R8 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the admin web interface.

Understanding CVE-2020-8218

This CVE involves a code injection vulnerability in Pulse Connect Secure <9.1R8, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code through a crafted URI.

What is CVE-2020-8218?

CWE-94: Code Injection vulnerability in Pulse Connect Secure <9.1R8

The Impact of CVE-2020-8218

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability to execute arbitrary code

Technical Details of CVE-2020-8218

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

A code injection flaw in Pulse Connect Secure <9.1R8 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the admin web interface.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Pulse Connect Secure
Versions affected: <9.1R8

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting a URI to perform arbitrary code execution via the admin web interface.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-8218 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Pulse Connect Secure to version 9.1R8
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly to mitigate the vulnerability