CVE-2018-0909:Microsoft Project Server 2013 SP1 and Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016 are affected by an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to how specially crafted web requests are sanitized.

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Microsoft Project Server 2013 SP1 and Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016 are vulnerable to an elevation of privilege issue caused by the improper sanitization of specially crafted web requests. This vulnerability allows an attacker to elevate their privileges within the affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over sensitive data.

Overview

This vulnerability affects Microsoft Project Server 2013 SP1 and Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016. It allows an attacker to exploit specially crafted web requests to elevate their privileges within the system. The vulnerability was first made public on March 14, 2018, and is identified by CVE-2018-0909. The issue is unique from other related CVEs listed in the description.

Remediation

To mitigate this vulnerability, Microsoft recommends applying the necessary security updates provided by the vendor. Users of Microsoft Project Server 2013 SP1 and Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016 should ensure that their systems are up to date with the latest patches to address this elevation of privilege vulnerability. Additionally, organizations should follow best practices for securing their SharePoint environments and regularly monitor for any suspicious activity.

References

  1. SecurityFocus BID: 103279
  2. SecurityTracker ID: 1040513
  3. Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory: CVE-2018-0909

Industry ExposureMost to least
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  1. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  2. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  3. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  4. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  5. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  8. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  9. Utilities
    Utilities
  10. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  11. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade
  12. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  13. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  14. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  15. Construction
    Construction
  16. Information
    Information
  17. Mining
    Mining
  18. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  19. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  20. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing

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