CVE-2018-1000624 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published 28 Dec 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can shut down the Battelle V2I Hub by accessing an unprotected powerdown script without authentication.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-1000624?

CVE-2018-1000624 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 28 Dec 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Battelle V2I Hub 2.5.1 is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by the failure to restrict access to a sensitive functionality. By visiting http://V2I_HUB/UI/powerdown.php, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to shut down the system.

Weakness: CWE-269

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-1000624?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Battelle V2i Hub.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1000624?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-1000624 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2018-1000624 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-1000624 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-jf4r-98w7-6qr2.