CVE-2018-16792
CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 1.42%
Last modified
CVE-2018-16792 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. SolarWinds SFTP/SCP server through 2018-09-10 is vulnerable to XXE via a world readable and writable configuration file that allows an attacker to exfiltrate data.. EPSS estimates a 1.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
SolarWinds SFTP/SCP server through 2018-09-10 is vulnerable to XXE via a world readable and writable configuration file that allows an attacker to exfiltrate data.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Solarwinds | Sftp\/Scp Server | <= 2018-09-10 |
References
- https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/0Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/0Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-16792?
SolarWinds SFTP/SCP server through 2018-09-10 is vulnerable to XXE via a world readable and writable configuration file that allows an attacker to exfiltrate data.
How severe is CVE-2018-16792?
CVE-2018-16792 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16792?
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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