CVE-2018-16118

Name: CVE-2018-16118
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-06-20T17:15:10.063+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.72%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-16118 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A shell escape vulnerability in /webconsole/APIController in the API Configuration component of Sophos XG firewall 17.0.8 MR-8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metachracters in the "X-Forwarded-for" HTTP header.. EPSS estimates a 3.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A shell escape vulnerability in /webconsole/APIController in the API Configuration component of Sophos XG firewall 17.0.8 MR-8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metachracters in the "X-Forwarded-for" HTTP header.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.72%

88.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Sophos	Sfos	<= 16.0	—
Sophos	Sfos	16.5	—
Sophos	Sfos	17.0	—
Sophos	Sfos	17.0.8	Mr8
Sophos	Sfos	17.1	—

References

https://community.sophos.com/kb/en-us/132637Vendor Advisory
https://github.com/klsecservices/Advisories/blob/master/KL-SOPHOS-2018-003.mdPatch, Third Party Advisory
https://www.sophos.com/en-us/legal/sophos-responsible-disclosure-policy.aspxVendor Advisory
https://community.sophos.com/kb/en-us/132637Vendor Advisory
https://github.com/klsecservices/Advisories/blob/master/KL-SOPHOS-2018-003.mdPatch, Third Party Advisory
https://www.sophos.com/en-us/legal/sophos-responsible-disclosure-policy.aspxVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 20, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-16118?

How severe is CVE-2018-16118?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-16118 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16118?

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