Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in IBM Security QRadar SIEM
CVE-2018-1418

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Security Qradar Siem
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 April 2018

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 70%

What is CVE-2018-1418?

The vulnerability in IBM Security QRadar SIEM versions 7.2 and 7.3 permits an attacker to bypass authentication mechanisms, leading to the potential execution of arbitrary code. This flaw may enable unauthorized users to gain elevated access to sensitive information and functionality within the system, posing significant risks to security and data integrity.

Affected Version(s)

Security QRadar SIEM 7.2

Security QRadar SIEM 7.3

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

Metasploit exploit module for CVE-2018-1418
Created by Rapid7

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45005/
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/138824
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22015797
x_refsource_CONFIRM

EPSS Score

70% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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