SB2019011109 - Command execution in Symantec Reporter CLI



SB2019011109 - Command execution in Symantec Reporter CLI

Published: January 11, 2019

Security Bulletin ID SB2019011109
CSH Severity
Low
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 vulnerability.


1) OS command injection (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-12237)

CWE-ID: CWE-78 - Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


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

The vulnerability exists due to OS command injection. A remote authenticated malicious administrator with Enable mode access can execute arbitrary shell commands with elevated system privileges.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.