How severe is CVE-2018-0218?

CVE-2018-0218 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2018-0218 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2018-0218?

CVE-2018-0218 affects Cisco Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2018-0218?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2018-0218 published?

CVE-2018-0218 was published on 2018-03-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2018-0218

CVE-2018-0218 is a low-severity vulnerability in Cisco Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3. 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-611.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.3)
CVSS v2: 4.3
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-611
Affected product: Cisco Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine
Published: 2018-03-08
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based user interface of the Cisco Secure Access Control Server prior to 5.8 patch 9 could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to gain read access to certain information in the affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entities (XXEs) when parsing an XML file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing the administrator of an affected system to import a crafted XML file. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve70616.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-0218?: A vulnerability in the web-based user interface of the Cisco Secure Access Control Server prior to 5.8 patch 9 could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to gain read access to certain information in the affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entities (XXEs) when parsing an XML file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing the administrator of an affected system to import a crafted XML file. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve70616.
How severe is CVE-2018-0218?: CVE-2018-0218 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2018-0218 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-0218?: CVE-2018-0218 affects Cisco Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0218?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2018-0218 published?: CVE-2018-0218 was published on 2018-03-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:cisco:secure_access_control_server_solution_engine:5.8\(0.8\):*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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