Vulnerability Description
A SQL injection vulnerability in the web administration and quarantine components of Micro Focus Secure Messaging Gateway allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary SQL statements against the database. This can be exploited to create an administrative account and used in conjunction with CVE-2018-12465 to achieve unauthenticated remote code execution. Affects Micro Focus Secure Messaging Gateway versions prior to 471. It does not affect previous versions of the product that use the GWAVA product name (i.e. GWAVA 6.5).
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microfocus | Secure Messaging Gateway | < 471 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://pentest.blog/unexpected-journey-6-all-ways-lead-to-rome-remote-code-exec
- https://support.microfocus.com/kb/doc.php?id=7023132
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45083/
- https://pentest.blog/unexpected-journey-6-all-ways-lead-to-rome-remote-code-exec
- https://support.microfocus.com/kb/doc.php?id=7023132
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45083/
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-12464?
CVE-2018-12464 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (CRITICAL). A SQL injection vulnerability in the web administration and quarantine components of Micro Focus Secure Messaging Gateway allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary SQL statements ...
How severe is CVE-2018-12464?
CVE-2018-12464 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-12464?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microfocus Secure Messaging Gateway.