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CVE-2018-1547

8.0 · HIGH

IBM Robotic Process Automation with Automation Anywhere 10.0 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by improper output encoding in an CSV export.

Published Jun 7, 2018EPSS 1.97%

Overview

CVE-2018-1547 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 7, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

IBM Robotic Process Automation with Automation Anywhere 10.0 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by improper output encoding in an CSV export. By persuading a victim to download the CSV export, to open it in Microsoft Excel and to confirm the two security questions, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run any command or program on the victim's machine. IBM X-Force ID: 142651.

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.

References

Refwww.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016197Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/104469Refexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/142651Refwww.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016197Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/104469Refexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/142651

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-1547?

CVE-2018-1547 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on June 7, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2018-1547?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.0, 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-2018-1547?

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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2018-1547?

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