CVE-2018-5393

Name: CVE-2018-5393
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-28T17:29:00.483+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 12.86%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-5393 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The TP-LINK EAP Controller is TP-LINK's software for remotely controlling wireless access point devices. It utilizes a Java remote method invocation (RMI) service for remote control. EPSS estimates a 12.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The TP-LINK EAP Controller is TP-LINK's software for remotely controlling wireless access point devices. It utilizes a Java remote method invocation (RMI) service for remote control. The RMI interface does not require any authentication before use, so it lacks user authentication for RMI service commands in EAP controller versions 2.5.3 and earlier. Remote attackers can implement deserialization attacks through the RMI protocol. Successful attacks may allow a remote attacker to remotely control the target server and execute Java functions or bytecode.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

12.86%

95.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Tp-Link	Eap Controller	<= 2.5.3

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105402Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/581311Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105402Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/581311Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Sep 28, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-5393?

How severe is CVE-2018-5393?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5393 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-5393?

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