7.8
CWE
306
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-5486

First published: Wed Apr 25 2018(Updated: )

NetApp OnCommand Unified Manager for Linux versions 7.2 though 7.3 ship with the Java Debug Wire Protocol (JDWP) enabled which allows unauthorized local attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Credit: security-alert@netapp.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
NetApp OnCommand Unified Manager for Windows>=7.2<=7.3
Linux kernel

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-5486?

    CVE-2018-5486 has a critical severity rating due to the potential for unauthorized local code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-5486?

    To fix CVE-2018-5486, disable the Java Debug Wire Protocol (JDWP) settings in your NetApp OnCommand Unified Manager configuration.

  • Which versions of NetApp OnCommand Unified Manager are affected by CVE-2018-5486?

    CVE-2018-5486 affects NetApp OnCommand Unified Manager versions 7.2 through 7.3.

  • What types of attacks does CVE-2018-5486 facilitate?

    CVE-2018-5486 facilitates unauthorized local attacks, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

  • Is the Linux kernel vulnerable in CVE-2018-5486?

    No, the Linux kernel itself is not vulnerable to CVE-2018-5486; the vulnerability specifically affects NetApp OnCommand Unified Manager.

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