CVE-2018-11137

Name: CVE-2018-11137
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-31T18:29:00.517+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 6.48%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-11137 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The 'checksum' parameter of the '/common/download_attachment.php' script in the Quest KACE System Management Appliance 8.0.318 can be abused to read arbitrary files with 'www' privileges via Directory Traversal. No administrator privileges are needed to execute this script.. EPSS estimates a 6.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The 'checksum' parameter of the '/common/download_attachment.php' script in the Quest KACE System Management Appliance 8.0.318 can be abused to read arbitrary files with 'www' privileges via Directory Traversal. No administrator privileges are needed to execute this script.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

6.48%

92.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Quest	Kace System Management Appliance	8.0.318

References

https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/quest-kace-system-management-appliance-multiple-vulnerabilitiesExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/quest-kace-system-management-appliance-multiple-vulnerabilitiesExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 31, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-11137?

How severe is CVE-2018-11137?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-11137 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-11137?

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