SB2018061202 - Remote code execution in VMware AirWatch Agent



SB2018061202 - Remote code execution in VMware AirWatch Agent

Published: June 12, 2018

Security Bulletin ID SB2018061202
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) Remote code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-6968)

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated administrative attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The weakness exists due to a flaw in the real time File Manager function. A remote attacker can create files in the Agent sandbox and other publicly accessible directories (e.g., SD card) and execute execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.