XML External Entity Vulnerability in Geist WatchDog Console by Geist
CVE-2018-10077

4.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Vertiv

Status
Watchdog Console
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 April 2018

What is CVE-2018-10077?

The Geist WatchDog Console version 3.2.2 is vulnerable to an XML External Entity (XXE) attack, allowing remote authenticated administrators to exploit crafted XML data. This flaw can enable attackers to read arbitrary files on the server, posing a serious risk to the confidentiality of sensitive information. By leveraging this vulnerability, unauthorized users can gain insights into the file structure and content of the affected system, which may lead to further exploitation.

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44493/
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/147253/Geist-WatchDo...
x_refsource_MISC

EPSS Score

11% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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