CVE-2018-1163

Name: CVE-2018-1163
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-02-08T18:29:01.4+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 16.33%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1163 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on vulnerable installations of Quest NetVault Backup 11.2.0.13. The specific flaw exists within JSON RPC Request handling. EPSS estimates a 16.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on vulnerable installations of Quest NetVault Backup 11.2.0.13. The specific flaw exists within JSON RPC Request handling. By setting the checksession parameter to a specific value, it is possible to bypass authentication to critical functions. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM. Was ZDI-CAN-4752.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

16.33%

96.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Quest	Netvault Backup	11.2.0.13

References

https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-006Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-18-006Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Feb 8, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1163?

How severe is CVE-2018-1163?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1163 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 16.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1163?

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-2018-1163?

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Source: NVD / NIST