CVE-2018-19861

Name: CVE-2018-19861
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-01-03T19:29:00.803+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 12.55%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-19861 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in MiniShare 1.4.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP HEAD request. NOTE: this product is discontinued.. EPSS estimates a 12.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in MiniShare 1.4.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP HEAD request. NOTE: this product is discontinued.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

12.55%

95.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Minishare Project	Minishare	<= 1.4.1

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/150689/MiniShare-1.4.1-HEAD-POST-Buffer-Overflow.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/19Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45999/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/150689/MiniShare-1.4.1-HEAD-POST-Buffer-Overflow.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Dec/19Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45999/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jan 3, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-19861?

Buffer overflow in MiniShare 1.4.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP HEAD request. NOTE: this product is discontinued.

How severe is CVE-2018-19861?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-19861 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-19861?

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-2018-19861?

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Source: NVD / NIST