CVE-2018-7046

Name: CVE-2018-7046
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-02-20T15:29:00.617+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.72%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-7046 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Arbitrary code execution vulnerability in Kentico 9 through 11 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary operating system commands in a dynamic .NET code evaluation context via C# code in a "Pages -> Edit -> Template -> Edit template properties -> Layout" box. NOTE: the vendor has responded that there is intended functionality for authorized users to edit and update ascx code layout. EPSS estimates a 5.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Arbitrary code execution vulnerability in Kentico 9 through 11 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary operating system commands in a dynamic .NET code evaluation context via C# code in a "Pages -> Edit -> Template -> Edit template properties -> Layout" box. NOTE: the vendor has responded that there is intended functionality for authorized users to edit and update ascx code layout

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.72%

92.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Kentico	Xperience	>= 9.0, <= 11.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541790/100/0/threadedExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541790/100/0/threadedExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-7046?

How severe is CVE-2018-7046?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-7046 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-7046?

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