CVE-2018-0053

Name: CVE-2018-0053
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-10T18:29:02.53+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.49%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-0053 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An authentication bypass vulnerability in the initial boot sequence of Juniper Networks Junos OS on vSRX Series may allow an attacker to gain full control of the system without authentication when the system is initially booted up. Affected releases are Juniper Networks Junos OS: 15.1X49 versions prior to 15.1X49-D30 on vSRX.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An authentication bypass vulnerability in the initial boot sequence of Juniper Networks Junos OS on vSRX Series may allow an attacker to gain full control of the system without authentication when the system is initially booted up. Affected releases are Juniper Networks Junos OS: 15.1X49 versions prior to 15.1X49-D30 on vSRX.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.49%

38.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Juniper	Junos	15.1x49

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041854Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://kb.juniper.net/JSA10887Vendor Advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041854Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://kb.juniper.net/JSA10887Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 10, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-0053?

How severe is CVE-2018-0053?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-0053 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-0053?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST