CVE-2018-6433: Input Validation

Published Nov 8, 2018
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Updated

A vulnerability in the secryptocfg export command of Brocade Fabric OS versions before 8.2.1, 8.1.2f, 8.0.2f, 7.4.2d could allow a local attacker to bypass the export file access restrictions and initiate a file copy from the source to a remote system.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Broadcom Fabric Operating System>=7.4.2<7.4.2d
Broadcom Fabric Operating System>=8.0.2<8.0.2f
Broadcom Fabric Operating System>=8.1.2<8.1.2f
Broadcom Fabric Operating System>=8.2.0<8.2.1

Event History

Nov 8, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6433?

CVE-2018-6433 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-6433?

To fix CVE-2018-6433, upgrade the Brocade Fabric OS to versions 8.2.1, 8.1.2f, 8.0.2f, or 7.4.2d or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2018-6433?

CVE-2018-6433 affects users running Brocade Fabric OS versions before 8.2.1, 8.1.2f, 8.0.2f, or 7.4.2d.

4

What impact does CVE-2018-6433 have?

CVE-2018-6433 could allow a local attacker to bypass export file access restrictions and copy files to a remote system.

5

Is CVE-2018-6433 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2018-6433 is a local vulnerability that requires local access to exploit.

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