CVE-2018-1677 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-1677 affecting IBM DataPower Gateways versions 7.1-7.7. Discover the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this denial of service vulnerability.
IBM DataPower Gateways versions 7.1, 7.2, 7.5, 7.5.1, 7.5.2, 7.6, and 7.7 are susceptible to a denial of service vulnerability due to inadequate handling of a full file system. This CVE was published on December 12, 2018.
Understanding CVE-2018-1677
This CVE affects IBM DataPower Gateways and IBM MQ Appliance, potentially leading to denial of service attacks.
What is CVE-2018-1677?
The vulnerability in IBM DataPower Gateways arises from improper file system handling, allowing a local attacker to trigger a denial of service.
The Impact of CVE-2018-1677
- CVSS Base Score: 5.1 (Medium Severity)
- Attack Vector: Local
- Attack Complexity: High
- Availability Impact: High
- Exploit Code Maturity: Unproven
- IBM X-Force ID: 145171
Technical Details of CVE-2018-1677
The technical details of the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability is due to inadequate handling of a full file system, enabling a local attacker to exploit it for a denial of service attack.
Affected Systems and Versions
- IBM DataPower Gateways 7.1, 7.2, 7.5, 7.5.1, 7.5.2, 7.6, 7.7
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by a local attacker to cause a denial of service on the affected systems.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-1677.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply official fixes provided by IBM
- Monitor system logs for unusual activities
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch IBM DataPower Gateways
- Implement proper file system management practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all affected versions of IBM DataPower Gateways are updated with the latest security patches.