CVE-2018-17901

Name: CVE-2018-17901
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-17T02:29:01.14+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.57%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-17901 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. LAquis SCADA Versions 4.1.0.3870 and prior, when processing project files the application fails to sanitize user input prior to performing write operations on a stack object, which may allow an attacker to execute code under the current process.. EPSS estimates a 1.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

LAquis SCADA Versions 4.1.0.3870 and prior, when processing project files the application fails to sanitize user input prior to performing write operations on a stack object, which may allow an attacker to execute code under the current process.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.57%

72.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Lcds	Laquis Scada	<= 4.1.0.3870

References

http://laquisscada.com/instale1.phpProduct, Vendor Advisory
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-289-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/151421Third Party Advisory
http://laquisscada.com/instale1.phpProduct, Vendor Advisory
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-289-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-17901?

How severe is CVE-2018-17901?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17901 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17901?

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