CVE-2018-15782: DSA-2018-226: RSA® Authentication Manager Relative Path Traversal Vulnerability

Published Jan 16, 2019
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Updated

The Quick Setup component of RSA Authentication Manager versions prior to 8.4 is vulnerable to a relative path traversal vulnerability. A local attacker could potentially provide an administrator with a crafted license that if used during the quick setup deployment of the initial RSA Authentication Manager system, could allow the attacker unauthorized access to that system.

Affected Software

1 affected component
RSA Authentication Manager<8.4

Event History

Jan 16, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-15782?

CVE-2018-15782 is a vulnerability in the Quick Setup component of RSA Authentication Manager versions prior to 8.4.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-15782?

The severity of CVE-2018-15782 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.

3

How does CVE-2018-15782 affect RSA Authentication Manager?

CVE-2018-15782 affects RSA Authentication Manager versions prior to 8.4.

4

How can a local attacker exploit CVE-2018-15782?

A local attacker could potentially provide an administrator with a crafted license during the Quick Setup deployment of the initial RSA Authentication Manager, allowing for a relative path traversal vulnerability.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-15782?

Yes, upgrading to RSA Authentication Manager version 8.4 or newer resolves the vulnerability.

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