Vulnerability Description
An OS command injection vulnerability in the web administration component of Micro Focus Secure Messaging Gateway (SMG) allows a remote attacker authenticated as a privileged user to execute arbitrary OS commands on the SMG server. This can be exploited in conjunction with CVE-2018-12464 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 used 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=7023133
- 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=7023133
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45083/
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-12465?
CVE-2018-12465 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). An OS command injection vulnerability in the web administration component of Micro Focus Secure Messaging Gateway (SMG) allows a remote attacker authenticated as a privileged user to execute arbitrary...
How severe is CVE-2018-12465?
CVE-2018-12465 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-12465?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microfocus Secure Messaging Gateway.