SB2018090720 - Remote code execution in Paramiko 



SB2018090720 - Remote code execution in Paramiko

Published: September 7, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018090720
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1000805)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access control in SSH server. A remote unauthenticated attacker can bypass access controls via unspecified vectors and execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.