CVE-2018-1786
UnknownEPSS 2.43%
Last modified
CVE-2018-1786 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1 dsmc and dsmcad processes incorrectly accumulate TCP/IP sockets in a CLOSE_WAIT state. This can cause TCP/IP resource leakage and may result in a denial of service. EPSS estimates a 2.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1 dsmc and dsmcad processes incorrectly accumulate TCP/IP sockets in a CLOSE_WAIT state. This can cause TCP/IP resource leakage and may result in a denial of service. IBM X-Force ID: 148871.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect | >= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.6.0 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Storage Manager | >= 7.1, <= 7.1.8.3 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect Manager For Virtual Environments Data Protection For Vmware | >= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.6.0 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Storage Manager For Virtual Environments Data Protection For Vmware | >= 7.1.0, <= 7.1.8.3 |
| Ibm | Spectrum Protect For Virtual Environments Data Protection For Hyper-V | >= 8.1.0.0, <= 8.1.6.0 |
| Ibm | Tivoli Storage Manager For Virtual Environments Data Protection For Hyper-V | >= 7.1.0, <= 7.1.8.0 |
References
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10738765Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105940Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/148871VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10738765Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105940Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/148871VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1786?
IBM Spectrum Protect 7.1 and 8.1 dsmc and dsmcad processes incorrectly accumulate TCP/IP sockets in a CLOSE_WAIT state. This can cause TCP/IP resource leakage and may result in a denial of service. IBM X-Force ID: 148871.
How severe is CVE-2018-1786?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1786 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1786?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-1786?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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