How severe is CVE-2018-8848?

CVE-2018-8848 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-2018-8848 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2018-8848?

CVE-2018-8848 affects Philips E-alert Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8848?

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-2018-8848 published?

CVE-2018-8848 was published on 2018-09-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2018-8848

CVE-2018-8848 is a high-severity vulnerability in Philips E-alert Firmware 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-732.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-732
Affected product: Philips E-alert Firmware
Published: 2018-09-26
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Philips e-Alert Unit (non-medical device), Version R2.1 and prior. The software, upon installation, sets incorrect permissions for an object that exposes it to an unintended actor.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-8848?: Philips e-Alert Unit (non-medical device), Version R2.1 and prior. The software, upon installation, sets incorrect permissions for an object that exposes it to an unintended actor.
How severe is CVE-2018-8848?: CVE-2018-8848 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-2018-8848 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-8848?: CVE-2018-8848 affects Philips E-alert Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8848?: 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-2018-8848 published?: CVE-2018-8848 was published on 2018-09-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:philips:e-alert_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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