CVE-2018-1888

Description

An untrusted search path vulnerability in IBM i Access for Windows versions 7.1 and earlier on Windows can allow arbitrary code execution via a Trojan horse DLL in the current working directory, related to use of the LoadLibrary function. IBM X-Force ID: 152079.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.41%
Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM i Access for Windows
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106455 vdb entry third party advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10740233 patch vendor advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/152079 vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-1888?
CVE-2018-1888 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-1888?
To fix CVE-2018-1888, 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-2018-1888 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-1888 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-2018-1888?
CVE-2018-1888 affects IBM i Access for Windows.
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