CVE-2018-6220

Name: CVE-2018-6220
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-03-15T19:29:00.61+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 10.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-6220 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An arbitrary file write vulnerability in Trend Micro Email Encryption Gateway 5.5 could allow an attacker to inject arbitrary data, which may lead to gaining code execution on vulnerable systems.. EPSS estimates a 10.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An arbitrary file write vulnerability in Trend Micro Email Encryption Gateway 5.5 could allow an attacker to inject arbitrary data, which may lead to gaining code execution on vulnerable systems.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

10.40%

95.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-74

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Trendmicro	Email Encryption Gateway	5.5

References

https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/1119349Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/trend-micro-email-encryption-gateway-multiple-vulnerabilitiesExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44166/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/1119349Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/trend-micro-email-encryption-gateway-multiple-vulnerabilitiesExploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44166/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Mar 15, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-6220?

An arbitrary file write vulnerability in Trend Micro Email Encryption Gateway 5.5 could allow an attacker to inject arbitrary data, which may lead to gaining code execution on vulnerable systems.

How severe is CVE-2018-6220?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-6220 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 10.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-6220?

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-2018-6220?

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Source: NVD / NIST