CVE-2018-1552

Description

IBM Robotic Process Automation with Automation Anywhere 10.0 and 11.0 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a missing restriction in which file types can be uploaded to the control room. By uploading a malicious file and tricking a victim to run it, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 142889.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.87% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com
Affected: IBM Robotic Process Automation with Automation Anywhere
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/142889 vdb entry vendor advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016247 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1552?
CVE-2018-1552 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-1552?
To fix CVE-2018-1552, 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-2018-1552 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-1552 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-1552?
CVE-2018-1552 affects IBM Robotic Process Automation with Automation Anywhere.
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