SB2018101011 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Hub Device Client SDK for Azure IoT

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SB2018101011 - Remote code execution in Microsoft Hub Device Client SDK for Azure IoT

Published: October 10, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018101011
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Memory corruption (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-8531)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to boundary error when Azure IoT Hub Device Client SDK using MQTT protocol accesses objects in memory. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trick users into taking action, typically via an enticement in email or instant message, or by getting them to open an email attachment to trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References