CVE-2018-10167

Name: CVE-2018-10167
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-03T18:29:00.42+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.21%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-10167 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The web application backup file in the TP-Link EAP Controller and Omada Controller versions 2.5.4_Windows/2.6.0_Windows is encrypted with a hard-coded cryptographic key, so anyone who knows that key and the algorithm can decrypt it. A low-privilege user could decrypt and modify the backup file in order to elevate their privileges. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The web application backup file in the TP-Link EAP Controller and Omada Controller versions 2.5.4_Windows/2.6.0_Windows is encrypted with a hard-coded cryptographic key, so anyone who knows that key and the algorithm can decrypt it. A low-privilege user could decrypt and modify the backup file in order to elevate their privileges. This is fixed in version 2.6.1_Windows.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.21%

64.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-798

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Tp-Link	Eap Controller	2.5.4
Tp-Link	Eap Controller	2.6.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104094Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/tp-link-eap-controller-multiple-vulnerabilitiesExploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104094Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/tp-link-eap-controller-multiple-vulnerabilitiesExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 3, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-10167?

How severe is CVE-2018-10167?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-10167 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-10167?

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