Vulnerability identifier: #VU15774

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-15437

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Cisco Immunet
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

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

The vulnerability exists in the system scanning component due to improper process resource handling. A local attacker on a system running Microsoft Windows, execute a malicious file to prevent the scanning services from functioning properly and ultimately prevent the system from being protected from further intrusion.

Mitigation
Update to version 6.2.0.

Vulnerable software versions

Cisco Immunet: All versions

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20181107-imm-dos

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

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.