ID:6308 - Exploit for Improper input validation in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2018-0886

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:6308 - Exploit for Improper input validation in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2018-0886

ID:6308 - Exploit for Improper input validation in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2018-0886

Published: June 17, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU11029
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-0886
CWE-ID: CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Windows
Windows Server

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

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

The vulnerability exists due to an error when validation authentication requests in Credential Security Support Provider protocol (CredSSP). A remote unauthenticated attacker with ability to perform a Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack can execute arbitrary code on the target system.

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


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.