CVE-2018-16961
CVE-2018-16961 is a high-severity vulnerability in Buffalo Open Xdmod 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-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (84th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Buffalo Open Xdmod
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An issue was discovered in Open XDMoD through 7.5.0. html/gui/general/dl_publication.php allows Path traversal via the file parameter, allowing remote attackers to read PDF files in arbitrary directories.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-16961?
- An issue was discovered in Open XDMoD through 7.5.0. html/gui/general/dl_publication.php allows Path traversal via the file parameter, allowing remote attackers to read PDF files in arbitrary directories.
- How severe is CVE-2018-16961?
- CVE-2018-16961 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-2018-16961 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2018-16961?
- CVE-2018-16961 affects Buffalo Open Xdmod. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-16961?
- 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-2018-16961 published?
- CVE-2018-16961 was published on 2019-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:buffalo:open_xdmod:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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