Vulnerability identifier: #VU19397

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-16620

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Nexus Repository Manager
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Sonatype Inc.

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request and gain unauthorized access to the affected application.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Nexus Repository Manager: 3.0.0-03 - 3.13.0-01

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External links
http://support.sonatype.com/hc/en-us/articles/360010789453-CVE-2018-16620-Nexus-Repository-Manager-Missing-Access-Controls-October-17-2018

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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.