Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2018-7218 is a remote code execution issue in Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway AppFirewall. An attacker could potentially run arbitrary code against affected appliances. Because these systems often sit at the network edge, compromised devices can create material business risk. Organizations may be exposed if they run Citrix NetScaler ADC or NetScaler Gateway with AppFirewall on versions before 10.5 Build 68.7, 11.0 Build 71.24, 11.1 Build 58.13, or 12.0 Build 57.24. Internet-facing deployments carry higher operational risk. Treat this as urgent for any exposed Citrix ADC or Gateway running affected builds. The available evidence supports remote code execution risk, but does not confirm active exploitation. Patch validation and asset discovery should be prioritized over speculative threat claims. Mitigation focus: Inventory NetScaler ADC and Gateway appliances and record exact firmware builds.; Upgrade affected systems to Citrix fixed builds or later supported versions.; Prioritize externally reachable appliances and systems using AppFirewall functionality..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX234869CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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