CVE-2018-1822

Name: CVE-2018-1822
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-18T15:29:00.573+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.43%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1822 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM FlashSystem 900 product GUI allows a specially crafted attack to bypass the authentication requirements of the system, resulting in the ability to remotely change the superuser password. This can be used by an attacker to gain administrative control or to deny service. EPSS estimates a 3.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM FlashSystem 900 product GUI allows a specially crafted attack to bypass the authentication requirements of the system, resulting in the ability to remotely change the superuser password. This can be used by an attacker to gain administrative control or to deny service. IBM X-Force ID: 150296.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.43%

87.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Flashsystem 900 Firmware	1.4
Ibm	Flashsystem 840 Firmware	1.4

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10732962Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/150296VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10732962Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/150296VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 18, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1822?

How severe is CVE-2018-1822?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1822 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1822?

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