Vulnerability identifier: #VU11167

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1218

CWE-ID: CWE-120

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
EMC NetWorker Server
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Dell

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.

The weakness exists due to buffer overflow in the 'nsrd' daemon. A remote attacker can supply specially crafted messages, trigger memory corruption and cause a denial of service to the users of NetWorker systems.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

EMC NetWorker Server: 8.2.0.0 - 9.2.0.4

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External links
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Mar/43

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.