CVE-2018-7498 Weak cryptography in Philips Alice 6 System

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Lack of proper data encryption in Philips Alice 6 System compromises confidentiality, integrity, and accountability of transmitted data.

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-2018-7498?

CVE-2018-7498 is a critical vulnerability in Philips Alice 6 System, published on 28 Mar 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

In Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 or prior, the lack of proper data encryption passes up the guarantees of confidentiality, integrity, and accountability that properly implemented encryption conveys.

Weakness: CWE-311

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-7498?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Philips Alice 6 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-7498?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-7498 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-7498 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-7498 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-pq95-pr6f-3r24.

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