CVE-2018-18568: Medium severity polycom unified communications software vulnerability

Published Oct 24, 2018
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Updated

Polycom VVX 500 and 601 devices 5.8.0.12848 and earlier allows man-in-the-middle attackers to obtain sensitive credential information by leveraging failure to validate X.509 certificates when used with an on-premise installation with Skype for Business.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Polycom Unified Communications Software<=5.8.0.12848
Polycom Vvx 601 Firmware
Polycom Vvx 601
Polycom Vvx 500 Firmware
Polycom VVX 500

Event History

Oct 24, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-18568?

CVE-2018-18568 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for man-in-the-middle attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-18568?

To fix CVE-2018-18568, update the Polycom VVX 500 and 601 devices to a version later than 5.8.0.12848 that properly validates X.509 certificates.

3

What devices are affected by CVE-2018-18568?

CVE-2018-18568 affects Polycom VVX 500 and VVX 601 devices running Unified Communications Software version 5.8.0.12848 and earlier.

4

What kind of information can be compromised due to CVE-2018-18568?

CVE-2018-18568 allows attackers to obtain sensitive credential information from affected Polycom devices.

5

Can I use Polycom VVX 500 or 601 devices without risk of CVE-2018-18568?

Yes, as long as the software version on the Polycom VVX 500 or 601 devices is updated beyond version 5.8.0.12848, the risk is mitigated.

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