CVE-2018-6968

Name: CVE-2018-6968
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-06-11T22:29:00.277+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.06%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-6968 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The VMware AirWatch Agent for Android prior to 8.2 and AirWatch Agent for Windows Mobile prior to 6.5.2 contain a remote code execution vulnerability in real time File Manager capabilities. This vulnerability may allow for unauthorized creation and execution of files in the Agent sandbox and other publicly accessible directories such as those on the SD card by a malicious administrator.. EPSS estimates a 5.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The VMware AirWatch Agent for Android prior to 8.2 and AirWatch Agent for Windows Mobile prior to 6.5.2 contain a remote code execution vulnerability in real time File Manager capabilities. This vulnerability may allow for unauthorized creation and execution of files in the Agent sandbox and other publicly accessible directories such as those on the SD card by a malicious administrator.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.06%

91.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vmware	Airwatch Agent	< 6.5.2
Vmware	Airwatch Agent	< 8.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104441Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041060Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0015.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104441Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041060Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0015.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 11, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-6968?

How severe is CVE-2018-6968?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-6968 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-6968?

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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Source: NVD / NIST