CVE-2018-6496: MFSBGN03809 rev.1 - Universal CMDB, Deserialization Java Objects and CSRF

Published Jun 15, 2018
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Updated

Remote Cross-site Request forgery (CSRF) potential has been identified in UCMBD Browser version 4.10, 4.11, 4.12, 4.13, 4.14, 4.15, 4.15.1 which could allow for remote unsafe deserialization and cross-site request forgery (CSRF).

Affected Software

1 affected component
Microfocus Universal Cmbd Browser>=4.10<=4.15.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Universal CMDB UCMBD Browser to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.10
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Universal CMDB UCMBD Browser to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.11
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Universal CMDB UCMBD Browser to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.12
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade Universal CMDB UCMBD Browser to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.13
  5. Upgrade

    Upgrade Universal CMDB UCMBD Browser to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.14
  6. Upgrade

    Upgrade Universal CMDB UCMBD Browser to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.15
  7. Upgrade

    Upgrade Universal CMDB UCMBD Browser to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.15.1

Event History

Jun 15, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jun 16, 2018
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:29 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-6496?

CVE-2018-6496 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-6496?

To fix CVE-2018-6496, upgrade to a version of Microfocus Universal Cmbd Browser later than 4.15.1.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2018-6496 enable?

CVE-2018-6496 can potentially enable remote unsafe deserialization and cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks.

4

Which versions of Microfocus Universal Cmbd Browser are affected by CVE-2018-6496?

CVE-2018-6496 affects versions 4.10 through 4.15.1 of the Microfocus Universal Cmbd Browser.

5

Is CVE-2018-6496 a remote vulnerability?

Yes, CVE-2018-6496 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by a malicious actor.

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