CVE-2018-1437
First published: Wed Mar 14 2018(Updated: )
IBM Notes 8.5 and 9.0 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by an error related to multiple untrusted search path. A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability to DLL hijacking to execute arbitrary code on the system or cause the application to crash. IBM X-Force ID: 139565.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Notes | =8.5 | |
| IBM Notes | =8.5.0.2 | |
| IBM Notes | =8.5.1 | |
| IBM Notes | =8.5.1.5 | |
| IBM Notes | =8.5.2 | |
| IBM Notes | =8.5.2.4 | |
| IBM Notes | =8.5.3 | |
| IBM Notes | =8.5.3.6 | |
| IBM Notes | =9.0 | |
| IBM Notes | =9.0.1 | |
| IBM Notes | =9.0.1.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1437?
CVE-2018-1437 is a vulnerability in IBM Notes 8.5 and 9.0 that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.
How does CVE-2018-1437 work?
CVE-2018-1437 is caused by an error related to multiple untrusted search path, which allows a local attacker to exploit DLL hijacking to execute arbitrary code or crash the application.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1437?
The severity of CVE-2018-1437 is critical with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which versions of IBM Notes are affected by CVE-2018-1437?
IBM Notes versions 8.5, 8.5.0.2, 8.5.1, 8.5.1.5, 8.5.2, 8.5.2.4, 8.5.3, 8.5.3.6, 9.0, 9.0.1, and 9.0.1.9 are affected by CVE-2018-1437.
How can I fix CVE-2018-1437?
To fix CVE-2018-1437, update to a version of IBM Notes that is not affected by the vulnerability and apply any patches or security updates provided by IBM.
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