CVE-2018-17491 Missing authorization in EasyLobby Solo

High 8.4 Published 19 Mar 2019 Updated 16 Sep 2024

Local attackers can bypass kiosk restrictions by pressing Escape to exit the application and perform unauthorized actions on the system.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-17491?

CVE-2018-17491 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in HID Global EasyLobby Solo, published on 19 Mar 2019. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

EasyLobby Solo could allow a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system. By visiting the kiosk and typing "esc" to exit the program, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to perform unauthorized actions on the computer.

Weakness: CWE-862

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-17491?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Hidglobal Easylobby Solo.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17491?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-17491 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-2018-17491 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-17491 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f2jq-83mv-j4mg.