CVE-2018-1215: Malicious File Upload

Published Mar 8, 2018
·
Updated

An arbitrary file upload vulnerability was discovered in vApp Manager which is embedded in Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX, Dell EMC Solutions Enabler, Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliances, and Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management (eManagement): Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.18, Dell EMC Solutions Enabler Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.21, Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.514, and Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management (eManagement) versions prior to and including 1.4 (Enginuity Release 5977.1125.1125 and earlier). A remote authenticated malicious user may potentially upload arbitrary maliciously crafted files in any location on the web server. By chaining this vulnerability with CVE-2018-1216, the attacker may use the default account to exploit this vulnerability.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Dell EMC Solutions Enabler Virtual Appliance<8.4.0.21
Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX Virtual Appliance<8.4.0.18
Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliance<8.4.0.514
Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management<=1.4

Event History

Mar 8, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Free Weekly Intel

Don't miss critical vulnerabilities

Join thousands of security professionals who receive our weekly digest of trending CVEs, zero-days, and exploited vulnerabilities.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-1215?

CVE-2018-1215 is an arbitrary file upload vulnerability discovered in vApp Manager, which is embedded in Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX, Dell EMC Solutions Enabler, Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliances, and Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management.

2

How does CVE-2018-1215 affect Dell EMC Solutions Enabler Virtual Appliance?

Dell EMC Solutions Enabler Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.21 are affected by CVE-2018-1215.

3

How does CVE-2018-1215 affect Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX Virtual Appliance?

Dell EMC Unisphere for VMAX Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.18 are affected by CVE-2018-1215.

4

How does CVE-2018-1215 affect Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliance?

Dell EMC VASA Virtual Appliance versions prior to 8.4.0.514 are affected by CVE-2018-1215.

5

How does CVE-2018-1215 affect Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management?

Dell EMC VMAX Embedded Management versions up to and including 1.4 are affected by CVE-2018-1215.

6

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1215?

CVE-2018-1215 has a severity score of 8.8 (Critical).

7

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) of CVE-2018-1215?

CVE-2018-1215 is associated with CWE-434, which is an Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability.

8

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-1215?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-1215 at the following references: [1] http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Feb/41 [2] http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103039 [3] http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040383

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203