CVE-2018-18986
CVE-2018-18986 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lcds Laquis Scada with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-125.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 8.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (84th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-125
- Affected product: Lcds Laquis Scada
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
LCDS Laquis SCADA prior to version 4.1.0.4150 allows the opening of a specially crafted report format file that may cause an out of bounds read, which may cause a system crash, allow data exfiltration, or remote code execution.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-18986?
- LCDS Laquis SCADA prior to version 4.1.0.4150 allows the opening of a specially crafted report format file that may cause an out of bounds read, which may cause a system crash, allow data exfiltration, or remote code execution.
- How severe is CVE-2018-18986?
- CVE-2018-18986 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-18986 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-2018-18986?
- CVE-2018-18986 affects Lcds Laquis Scada. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-18986?
- 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-2018-18986 published?
- CVE-2018-18986 was published on 2019-02-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:lcds:laquis_scada:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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