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CVE-2018-9853

UnknownEPSS 1.29%

Last modified

CVE-2018-9853 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Insecure access control in freeSSHd version 1.3.1 allows attackers to obtain the privileges of the freesshd.exe process by leveraging the ability to login to an unprivileged account on the server.. EPSS estimates a 1.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Insecure access control in freeSSHd version 1.3.1 allows attackers to obtain the privileges of the freesshd.exe process by leveraging the ability to login to an unprivileged account on the server.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.29%

66.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
FreesshdFreesshd1.3.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-9853?
Insecure access control in freeSSHd version 1.3.1 allows attackers to obtain the privileges of the freesshd.exe process by leveraging the ability to login to an unprivileged account on the server.
How severe is CVE-2018-9853?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-9853 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-9853?
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