Incorrect handling of an invalid value for an HTTP request parameter by Directory Server (aka Enterprise Server Administration web UI) in Micro Focus Enterprise Developer and Enterprise Server 2.3 Update 2 and earlier, 3.0 before Patch Update 12, and 4.0 before Patch Update 2 causes a null pointer dereference (CWE-476) and subsequent denial of service due to process termination.
This vulnerability carries a HIGH severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.5, indicating it can be exploited remotely over the network with relatively low complexity without requiring user interaction and does not require pre-existing privileges . The vulnerability impacts and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 2 products from microfocus, from microfocus organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
First disclosed in 2018, this vulnerability was reported during a period defined by widespread IoT adoption challenges, mobile security concerns, and the emergence of advanced persistent threat (APT) techniques. Contemporary mitigation strategies focused on secure development practices and third-party component vetting.
2018-10-12T13:29:00.307
2024-11-21T03:45:16.730
Modified
CVSSv3.0: 7.5 (HIGH)
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
10.0
2.9
| Type | Vendor | Product | Version/Range | Vulnerable? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_developer | ≤ 2.3 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_developer | 2.3 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_developer | 2.3 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_developer | 3.0 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_developer | 4.0 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_developer | 4.0 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_server | ≤ 2.3 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_server | 2.3 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_server | 2.3 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_server | 3.0 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_server | 4.0 | Yes |
| Application | microfocus | enterprise_server | 4.0 | Yes |
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