CVE-2019-17218

CVE-2019-17218 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Vzug Combi-stream Mslq Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1. 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-319.

Key facts

Description

An issue was discovered on V-Zug Combi-Steam MSLQ devices before Ethernet R07 and before WLAN R05. By default, the communication to the web service is unencrypted via http. An attacker is able to intercept and sniff communication to the web service.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-17218?
An issue was discovered on V-Zug Combi-Steam MSLQ devices before Ethernet R07 and before WLAN R05. By default, the communication to the web service is unencrypted via http. An attacker is able to intercept and sniff communication to the web service.
How severe is CVE-2019-17218?
CVE-2019-17218 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-17218 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (48th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-17218?
CVE-2019-17218 affects Vzug Combi-stream Mslq Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-17218?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2019-17218 published?
CVE-2019-17218 was published on 2019-10-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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