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CVE-2018-19660

8.8 · HIGH

An exploitable authenticated command-injection vulnerability exists in the web server functionality of Moxa NPort W2x50A products with firmware before 2.2 Build_18082311.

Published Dec 6, 2018CWE-78EPSS 28.80%

Overview

CVE-2018-19660 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 6, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

An exploitable authenticated command-injection vulnerability exists in the web server functionality of Moxa NPort W2x50A products with firmware before 2.2 Build_18082311. A specially crafted HTTP POST request to /goform/webSettingProfileSecurity can result in running OS commands as the root user.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-19660?

CVE-2018-19660 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on December 6, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2018-19660?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 8.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-19660?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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