CVE-2018-0670

INplc-RT 3.08 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication to execute an arbitrary command through the protocol-compliant traffic

published January 9, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty little oversight lets attackers slip through authentication like a guest sneaking into a VIP lounge! Think of it as a restaurant where the host forgets to check reservations. Anyone can waltz in and take a seat at a prime table, with the knowledge they shouldn’t even be there! This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the system. Imagine the chaos if a stranger starts rearranging the menu or turning off the lights while everyone’s dining!

Put simply

Think of it as a restaurant where the host forgets to check reservations. Anyone can waltz in and take a seat at a prime table, with the knowledge they shouldn’t even be there! In INplc-RT versions 3.08 and earlier, attackers can exploit a vulnerability in the authentication process within protocol-compliant traffic, allowing them to bypass security checks and run commands they shouldn’t have the authority for.

What to do

This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the system. Imagine the chaos if a stranger starts rearranging the menu or turning off the lights while everyone’s dining! To secure your systems, immediately upgrade to the latest version of INplc-RT. Regularly review your authentication mechanisms to ensure they’re robust against similar vulnerabilities. Don’t skip on testing your configurations! You've got this! Follow these steps, and your security will shine brighter than the lights in that VIP lounge! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01640 · 76.0th percentile
Published
2019-01-09T22:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 JAN 22:00Z
    INplc-RT 3.08 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication to execute an arbitrary command through the protocol-compliant traffic
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