CVE-2018-15718
CVE-2018-15718 is a high-severity vulnerability in Opendental with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-200.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (70th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-200
- Affected product: Opendental
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Open Dental before version 18.4 transmits the entire user database over the network when a remote unauthenticated user accesses the command prompt. This allows the attacker to gain access to usernames, password hashes, privilege levels, and more.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-15718?
- Open Dental before version 18.4 transmits the entire user database over the network when a remote unauthenticated user accesses the command prompt. This allows the attacker to gain access to usernames, password hashes, privilege levels, and more.
- How severe is CVE-2018-15718?
- CVE-2018-15718 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2018-15718 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (70th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-15718?
- CVE-2018-15718 affects Opendental. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-15718?
- 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-2018-15718 published?
- CVE-2018-15718 was published on 2018-12-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:opendental:opendental:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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