CVE-2018-10168

Name: CVE-2018-10168
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-03T18:29:00.483+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.57%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-10168 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. TP-Link EAP Controller and Omada Controller versions 2.5.4_Windows/2.6.0_Windows do not control privileges for usage of the Web API, allowing a low-privilege user to make any request as an Administrator. This is fixed in version 2.6.1_Windows.. EPSS estimates a 1.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

TP-Link EAP Controller and Omada Controller versions 2.5.4_Windows/2.6.0_Windows do not control privileges for usage of the Web API, allowing a low-privilege user to make any request as an Administrator. This is fixed in version 2.6.1_Windows.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.57%

72.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-269

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-2018-10168?

How severe is CVE-2018-10168?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-10168 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-10168?

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