CVE-2018-10251

Name: CVE-2018-10251
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-04T20:29:00.517+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.49%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-10251 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in Sierra Wireless AirLink GX400, GX440, ES440, and LS300 routers with firmware before 4.4.7 and GX450, ES450, RV50, RV50X, MP70, and MP70E routers with firmware before 4.9.3 could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and gain full control of an affected system, including issuing commands with root privileges.. EPSS estimates a 4.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in Sierra Wireless AirLink GX400, GX440, ES440, and LS300 routers with firmware before 4.4.7 and GX450, ES450, RV50, RV50X, MP70, and MP70E routers with firmware before 4.9.3 could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code and gain full control of an affected system, including issuing commands with root privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.49%

90.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sierrawireless	Aleos	< 4.4.7
Sierrawireless	Aleos	< 4.9.3

References

https://source.sierrawireless.com/resources/airlink/software_reference_docs/technical-bulletin/sierra-wireless-technical-bulletin---cve-2018-10251/Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
https://source.sierrawireless.com/resources/airlink/software_reference_docs/technical-bulletin/sierra-wireless-technical-bulletin---cve-2018-10251/Mitigation, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 4, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-10251?

How severe is CVE-2018-10251?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-10251 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-10251?

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