CVE-2018-5489: Medium severity netapp 7-mode transition tool vulnerability

Published Aug 3, 2018
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Updated

NetApp 7-Mode Transition Tool allows users with valid credentials to access functions and information which may have been intended to be restricted to administrators or privileged users. 7MTT versions below 2.0 do not enforce user authorization rules on file information and status that it has previously collected. The released version of 7MTT has been updated to maintain and verify authorization rules for file information, status and utilities.

Affected Software

1 affected component
NetApp 7-Mode Transition Tool<2.0

Event History

Aug 3, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5489?

CVE-2018-5489 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to improper authorization enforcement.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-5489?

To mitigate CVE-2018-5489, upgrade to NetApp 7-Mode Transition Tool version 2.0 or later.

3

What are the implications of CVE-2018-5489?

The implications of CVE-2018-5489 include unauthorized access to sensitive information and functions normally restricted to privileged users.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2018-5489?

Users of NetApp 7-Mode Transition Tool versions prior to 2.0 are affected by CVE-2018-5489.

5

Can I exploit CVE-2018-5489 without special access?

Yes, CVE-2018-5489 can be exploited by any user with valid credentials, compromising system security.

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