CVE-2018-18871

Name: CVE-2018-18871
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-12-20T21:29:00.823+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.66%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-18871 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Missing password verification in the web interface on Gigaset Maxwell Basic VoIP phones with firmware 2.22.7 would allow a remote attacker (in the same network as the device) to change the admin password without authentication (and without knowing the original password).. EPSS estimates a 1.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Missing password verification in the web interface on Gigaset Maxwell Basic VoIP phones with firmware 2.22.7 would allow a remote attacker (in the same network as the device) to change the admin password without authentication (and without knowing the original password).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.66%

73.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-640

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gigasetpro	Maxwell Basic Firmware	2.22.7

References

https://www.sit.fraunhofer.de/fileadmin/dokumente/CVE/Advisory_Gigaset_Maxwell.pdf?_=1541431343Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.sit.fraunhofer.de/fileadmin/dokumente/CVE/Advisory_Gigaset_Maxwell.pdf?_=1541431343Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 20, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-18871?

How severe is CVE-2018-18871?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-18871 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-18871?

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