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CVE-2018-1231

8.8 · HIGH

Cloud Foundry BOSH CLI, versions prior to v3.0.1, contains an improper access control vulnerability.

Published Mar 27, 2018CWE-732EPSS 0.97%

Overview

CVE-2018-1231 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 27, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Cloud Foundry BOSH CLI, versions prior to v3.0.1, contains an improper access control vulnerability. A user with access to an instance using the BOSH CLI can access the BOSH CLI configuration file and use its contents to perform authenticated requests to BOSH.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-1231?

CVE-2018-1231 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 27, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2018-1231?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-1231?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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