CVE-2018-15705

Name: CVE-2018-15705
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-31T22:29:00.413+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 12.24%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-15705 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WADashboard API in Advantech WebAccess 8.3.1 and 8.3.2 allows remote authenticated attackers to write or overwrite any file on the filesystem due to a directory traversal vulnerability in the writeFile API. An attacker can use this vulnerability to remotely execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 12.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WADashboard API in Advantech WebAccess 8.3.1 and 8.3.2 allows remote authenticated attackers to write or overwrite any file on the filesystem due to a directory traversal vulnerability in the writeFile API. An attacker can use this vulnerability to remotely execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

12.24%

95.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Advantech	Webaccess	8.3.1
Advantech	Webaccess	8.3.2

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45774/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2018-35Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45774/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2018-35Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 31, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-15705?

How severe is CVE-2018-15705?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-15705 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-15705?

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