CVE-2018-18760 in RhinOS
Summary
by MITRE
RhinOS 3.0 build 1190 allows CSRF.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/05/2025
CVE-2018-18760 represents a cross-site request forgery vulnerability identified in RhinOS 3.0 build 1190, a network operating system designed for industrial and enterprise environments. This vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-352, which specifically addresses cross-site request forgery flaws in web applications and network services. The vulnerability stems from the absence of proper anti-CSRF mechanisms within the RhinOS web interface, allowing attackers to execute unauthorized actions on behalf of authenticated users without their knowledge or consent.
The technical flaw manifests when legitimate users interact with the RhinOS web management interface, as the system fails to validate the origin of HTTP requests or implement token-based protection mechanisms. Attackers can craft malicious web pages or exploit existing user sessions to perform administrative operations such as configuration changes, user management, or system modifications. This weakness is particularly dangerous in industrial control environments where RhinOS is often deployed, as it could enable adversaries to disrupt critical operations or gain persistent access to network infrastructure.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple privilege escalation, as it can lead to complete system compromise in environments where RhinOS manages critical network devices or industrial control systems. An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could potentially modify network configurations, create backdoor accounts, or disable security features, all while appearing to be authenticated users within the system. The implications are especially severe in environments where RhinOS serves as a central management platform for multiple network devices, as a single compromised session could provide access to an entire network segment.
Security mitigations for this vulnerability should focus on implementing robust anti-CSRF protection mechanisms including the use of unique, unpredictable tokens for each user session and proper validation of request origins. Organizations should also consider implementing additional security controls such as multi-factor authentication, network segmentation, and regular security assessments to reduce the attack surface. The vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1548.002 which involves bypassing system security measures through manipulation of web application controls, highlighting the need for comprehensive web application security testing and adherence to secure coding practices throughout the development lifecycle.