CVE-2018-17020

Name: CVE-2018-17020
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-13T19:29:00.667+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.08%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-17020 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ASUS GT-AC5300 devices with firmware through 3.0.0.4.384_32738 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a single "GET / HTTP/1.1\r\n" line.. EPSS estimates a 2.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ASUS GT-AC5300 devices with firmware through 3.0.0.4.384_32738 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a single "GET / HTTP/1.1\r\n" line.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.08%

79.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Asus	Gt-Ac5300 Firmware	<= 3.0.0.4.384_32738

References

https://github.com/PAGalaxyLab/VulInfo/blob/master/ASUS/ASUS%20GT-AC5300%20DOS1.MDExploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/PAGalaxyLab/VulInfo/blob/master/ASUS/ASUS%20GT-AC5300%20DOS1.MDExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 13, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-17020?

ASUS GT-AC5300 devices with firmware through 3.0.0.4.384_32738 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a single "GET / HTTP/1.1\r\n" line.

How severe is CVE-2018-17020?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17020 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17020?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-17020?

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Source: NVD / NIST