CVE-2018-16627

CVE-2018-16627 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Getkirby Kirby with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. 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-74.

Key facts

Description

panel/login in Kirby v2.5.12 allows Host header injection via the "forget password" feature.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-16627?
panel/login in Kirby v2.5.12 allows Host header injection via the "forget password" feature.
How severe is CVE-2018-16627?
CVE-2018-16627 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2018-16627 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (51st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-16627?
CVE-2018-16627 affects Getkirby Kirby. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16627?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2018-16627 published?
CVE-2018-16627 was published on 2018-12-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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