CVE-2018-1158
UnknownEPSS 2.48%
Last modified
CVE-2018-1158 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mikrotik RouterOS before 6.42.7 and 6.40.9 is vulnerable to a stack exhaustion vulnerability. An authenticated remote attacker can crash the HTTP server via recursive parsing of JSON.. EPSS estimates a 2.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Mikrotik RouterOS before 6.42.7 and 6.40.9 is vulnerable to a stack exhaustion vulnerability. An authenticated remote attacker can crash the HTTP server via recursive parsing of JSON.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mikrotik | Routeros | < 6.40.9 |
| Mikrotik | Routeros | < 6.42.7 |
References
- https://mikrotik.com/download/changelogsVendor Advisory
- https://mikrotik.com/download/changelogs/bugfix-release-treeVendor Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2018-21Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://mikrotik.com/download/changelogsVendor Advisory
- https://mikrotik.com/download/changelogs/bugfix-release-treeVendor Advisory
- https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2018-21Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1158?
Mikrotik RouterOS before 6.42.7 and 6.40.9 is vulnerable to a stack exhaustion vulnerability. An authenticated remote attacker can crash the HTTP server via recursive parsing of JSON.
How severe is CVE-2018-1158?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1158 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1158?
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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