CVE-2018-1552

Name: CVE-2018-1552
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-11-02T15:29:00.403+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.91%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1552 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Robotic Process Automation with Automation Anywhere 10.0 and 11.0 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a missing restriction in which file types can be uploaded to the control room. By uploading a malicious file and tricking a victim to run it, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. EPSS estimates a 2.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Robotic Process Automation with Automation Anywhere 10.0 and 11.0 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a missing restriction in which file types can be uploaded to the control room. By uploading a malicious file and tricking a victim to run it, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 142889.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.91%

85.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Robotic Process Automation With Automation Anywhere	10
Ibm	Robotic Process Automation With Automation Anywhere	11

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016247Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/142889VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22016247Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/142889VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 2, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1552?

How severe is CVE-2018-1552?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1552 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1552?

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