CVE-2018-0437: Cisco Umbrella Enterprise Roaming Client and Enterprise Roaming Module Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
A vulnerability in the Cisco Umbrella Enterprise Roaming Client (ERC) could allow an authenticated, local attacker to elevate privileges to Administrator. To exploit the vulnerability, the attacker must authenticate with valid local user credentials. This vulnerability is due to improper implementation of file system permissions, which could allow non-administrative users to place files within restricted directories. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by placing an executable file within the restricted directory, which when executed by the ERC client, would run with Administrator privileges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0437?
CVE-2018-0437 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0437?
To fix CVE-2018-0437, upgrade the Cisco Umbrella Enterprise Roaming Client to version 2.1.118 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-0437?
CVE-2018-0437 affects users of Cisco Umbrella Enterprise Roaming Client versions prior to 2.1.118.
What type of attack does CVE-2018-0437 facilitate?
CVE-2018-0437 facilitates privilege escalation attacks by allowing authenticated local attackers to gain Administrator access.
Is CVE-2018-0437 exploitable remotely?
No, CVE-2018-0437 is not remotely exploitable as it requires valid local user credentials.