CVE-2018-6384
UnknownEPSS 0.79%
Last modified
CVE-2018-6384 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in NSClient++ before 0.4.1.73 allows non-privileged local users to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the system via a malicious program.exe executable in the %SYSTEMDRIVE% folder.. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in NSClient++ before 0.4.1.73 allows non-privileged local users to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the system via a malicious program.exe executable in the %SYSTEMDRIVE% folder.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nsclient | Nsclient\+\+ | < 0.4.1.73 |
References
- https://nsclient.org/blog/2018/01/30/CVE-2018-6384-0.3.9/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.on-x.com/sites/default/files/on-x_-_security_advisory_-_nsclient_-_cve-2018-6384.pdfExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://nsclient.org/blog/2018/01/30/CVE-2018-6384-0.3.9/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.on-x.com/sites/default/files/on-x_-_security_advisory_-_nsclient_-_cve-2018-6384.pdfExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-6384?
Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in NSClient++ before 0.4.1.73 allows non-privileged local users to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the system via a malicious program.exe executable in the %SYSTEMDRIVE% folder.
How severe is CVE-2018-6384?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-6384 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-6384?
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.
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