CVE-2018-10497

Description

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on vulnerable installations of Samsung Email Fixed in version 5.0.02.16. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the handling of EML files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can allow arbitrary JavaScript to execute. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to resources normally protected from the application. Was ZDI-CAN-5328.

References

Link	Tags
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-556	vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-10497?: CVE-2018-10497 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-10497?: To fix CVE-2018-10497, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-10497 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-10497 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-10497?: CVE-2018-10497 affects Samsung Samsung Email.

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Description

Category

CWE-20 – Improper Input Validation

References

Frequently Asked Questions