Stack-based Buffer Overflow in Flexense DiskBoss Affects Unauthenticated Users
CVE-2018-5262

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Flexense

Status
Diskboss
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 January 2018

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 50%

What is CVE-2018-5262?

A stack-based buffer overflow in Flexense DiskBoss versions 8.8.16 and earlier poses a significant risk, enabling unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. This vulnerability allows unauthorized users to gain elevated privileges, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the system. It is crucial for users of affected versions to apply patches and manage their systems against this risk.

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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.

CVE-2018-5262 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43478/
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http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/145825/DiskBoss-Ente...
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EPSS Score

50% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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