CVE-2018-5451

Name: CVE-2018-5451
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-03-28T17:29:00.337+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.73%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-5451 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 or prior, when an actor claims to have a given identity, the software does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct. This weakness can lead to the exposure of resources or functionality to unintended actors, possibly providing attackers with sensitive information or the ability to execute arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 2.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 or prior, when an actor claims to have a given identity, the software does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct. This weakness can lead to the exposure of resources or functionality to unintended actors, possibly providing attackers with sensitive information or the ability to execute arbitrary code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.73%

84.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Philips	Alice 6 Firmware	<= r8.0.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103537Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-086-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103537Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-086-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-5451?

How severe is CVE-2018-5451?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5451 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-5451?

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