CVE-2018-14827

Name: CVE-2018-14827
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-20T19:29:00.58+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.76%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-14827 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Rockwell Automation RSLinx Classic Versions 4.00.01 and prior. A remote, unauthenticated threat actor may intentionally send specially crafted Ethernet/IP packets to Port 44818, causing the software application to stop responding and crash. EPSS estimates a 3.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Rockwell Automation RSLinx Classic Versions 4.00.01 and prior. A remote, unauthenticated threat actor may intentionally send specially crafted Ethernet/IP packets to Port 44818, causing the software application to stop responding and crash. The user must restart the software to regain functionality.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.76%

88.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Rockwellautomation	Rslinx	<= 4.00.01

References

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-263-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-263-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Sep 20, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-14827?

How severe is CVE-2018-14827?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-14827 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-14827?

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