CVE-2018-11491

Name: CVE-2018-11491
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-07-25T13:29:00.267+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 6.70%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-11491 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ASUS HG100 devices with firmware before 1.05.12 allow unauthenticated access, leading to remote command execution.. EPSS estimates a 6.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ASUS HG100 devices with firmware before 1.05.12 allow unauthenticated access, leading to remote command execution.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

6.70%

93.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Asus	Hg100 Firmware	< 1.05.12

References

https://mars-cheng.github.io/blog/2018/CVE-2018-11491/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.asus.com/tw/News/qnEosWKPVDpmOeqLVendor Advisory
https://mars-cheng.github.io/blog/2018/CVE-2018-11491/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.asus.com/tw/News/qnEosWKPVDpmOeqLVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 25, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-11491?

ASUS HG100 devices with firmware before 1.05.12 allow unauthenticated access, leading to remote command execution.

How severe is CVE-2018-11491?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-11491 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-11491?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-11491?

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Source: NVD / NIST