CVE-2018-8916

Name: CVE-2018-8916
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-06-08T13:29:01.127+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.98%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-8916 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unverified password change vulnerability in Change Password in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) before 6.2-23739 allows remote authenticated users to reset password without verification.. EPSS estimates a 0.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unverified password change vulnerability in Change Password in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) before 6.2-23739 allows remote authenticated users to reset password without verification.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.98%

57.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Synology	Diskstation Manager	< 6.2-23739

References

https://www.synology.com/en-global/support/security/Synology_SA_18_24Vendor Advisory
https://www.synology.com/en-global/support/security/Synology_SA_18_24Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 8, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-8916?

Unverified password change vulnerability in Change Password in Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM) before 6.2-23739 allows remote authenticated users to reset password without verification.

How severe is CVE-2018-8916?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8916 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8916?

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