CVE-2018-12591
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CVE-2018-12591 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Ubiquiti Networks EdgeSwitch version 1.7.3 and prior suffer from an improperly neutralized element in an OS command due to lack of protection on the admin CLI, leading to code execution and privilege escalation greater than administrators themselves are allowed. An attacker with access to an admin account could escape the restricted CLI and execute arbitrary shell instructions.. EPSS estimates a 1.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Ubiquiti Networks EdgeSwitch version 1.7.3 and prior suffer from an improperly neutralized element in an OS command due to lack of protection on the admin CLI, leading to code execution and privilege escalation greater than administrators themselves are allowed. An attacker with access to an admin account could escape the restricted CLI and execute arbitrary shell instructions.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ubnt | Edgeswitch Firmware | <= 1.7.3 |
References
- https://hackerone.com/reports/313245Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://hackerone.com/reports/313245Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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