CVE-2018-16198

CVE-2018-16198 is a high-severity vulnerability in Toshiba Hem-gw16a Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW16A 1.2.9 and earlier, Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW26A 1.2.9 and earlier may allow an attacker on the same network segment to access a non-documented developer screen to perform operations on the affected device.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-16198?
Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW16A 1.2.9 and earlier, Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW26A 1.2.9 and earlier may allow an attacker on the same network segment to access a non-documented developer screen to perform operations on the affected device.
How severe is CVE-2018-16198?
CVE-2018-16198 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over an adjacent network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2018-16198 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-16198?
CVE-2018-16198 primarily affects Toshiba Hem-gw16a 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-2018-16198?
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-2018-16198 published?
CVE-2018-16198 was published on 2019-01-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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