How severe is CVE-2014-4018?

CVE-2014-4018 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-4018 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-4018?

CVE-2014-4018 primarily affects Zte Zxv10 W300 Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4018?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2014-4018 published?

CVE-2014-4018 was published on 2014-07-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-4018

CVE-2014-4018 is a high-severity vulnerability in Zte Zxv10 W300 Firmware with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-255.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Zte Zxv10 W300 Firmware
Published: 2014-07-16
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The ZTE ZXV10 W300 router with firmware W300V1.0.0a_ZRD_LK has a default password of admin for the admin account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-4018?: The ZTE ZXV10 W300 router with firmware W300V1.0.0a_ZRD_LK has a default password of admin for the admin account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2014-4018?: CVE-2014-4018 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-4018 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-4018?: CVE-2014-4018 primarily affects Zte Zxv10 W300 Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4018?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2014-4018 published?: CVE-2014-4018 was published on 2014-07-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:zte:zxv10_w300_firmware:1.0.0a_zrd_lk:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:zte:zxv10_w300:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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