Vulnerability Description
RSA Authentication Agent version 8.0.1 and earlier for Web for both IIS and Apache Web Server are impacted by a stack-based buffer overflow which may occur when handling certain malicious web cookies that have invalid formats. The attacker could exploit this vulnerability to crash the authentication agent and cause a denial-of-service situation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rsa | Authentication Agent For Web | <= 8.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Mar/60Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040577Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Mar/60Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040577Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-1232?
CVE-2018-1232 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). RSA Authentication Agent version 8.0.1 and earlier for Web for both IIS and Apache Web Server are impacted by a stack-based buffer overflow which may occur when handling certain malicious web cookies ...
How severe is CVE-2018-1232?
CVE-2018-1232 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-1232?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rsa Authentication Agent For Web.