How severe is CVE-2018-25409?

CVE-2018-25409 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2018-25409 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-25409?

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.

Does CVE-2018-25409 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2018-25409 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2018-21931.

When was CVE-2018-25409 published?

CVE-2018-25409 was published on 2026-05-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2018-25409

CVE-2018-25409 is a high-severity vulnerability 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-434.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
CVSS v4: 8.7
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (24th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2018-21931
Weakness: CWE-434
Published: 2026-05-30
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

SIM-PKH 2.4.1 contains an arbitrary file upload vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to upload malicious files by submitting PHP code through the fupload parameter. Attackers can upload PHP files via the aksi_pengurus.php endpoint with module=pengurus and act=update parameters, which are stored in the foto directory and executed as web scripts.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-25409?: SIM-PKH 2.4.1 contains an arbitrary file upload vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to upload malicious files by submitting PHP code through the fupload parameter. Attackers can upload PHP files via the aksi_pengurus.php endpoint with module=pengurus and act=update parameters, which are stored in the foto directory and executed as web scripts.
How severe is CVE-2018-25409?: CVE-2018-25409 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2018-25409 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-25409?: 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.
Does CVE-2018-25409 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2018-25409 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2018-21931.
When was CVE-2018-25409 published?: CVE-2018-25409 was published on 2026-05-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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