CVE-2018-5457

Description

A uncontrolled search path element issue was discovered in Vyaire Medical CareFusion Upgrade Utility used with Windows XP systems, Versions 2.0.2.2 and prior versions. A successful exploit of this vulnerability requires the local user to install a crafted DLL on the target machine. The application loads the DLL and gives the attacker access at the same privilege level as the application.

Category

7.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.08%
Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory us-cert.gov
Affected: n/a Vyaire Medical CareFusion Upgrade Utility Vulnerability
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-037-01 third party advisory us government resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102983 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5457?
CVE-2018-5457 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-5457?
To fix CVE-2018-5457, 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-2018-5457 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-5457 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-2018-5457?
CVE-2018-5457 affects n/a Vyaire Medical CareFusion Upgrade Utility Vulnerability.
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