CVE-2018-18988

Description

LCDS Laquis SCADA prior to version 4.1.0.4150 allows execution of script code by opening a specially crafted report format file. This may allow remote code execution, data exfiltration, or cause a system crash.

Categories

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.10% Top 25%
Third-Party Advisory securityfocus.com Third-Party Advisory us-cert.gov
Affected: ICS-CERT LCDS Laquis SCADA
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-19-015-01 third party advisory us government resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/106634 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-18988?
CVE-2018-18988 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-18988?
To fix CVE-2018-18988, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-18988 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-18988 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-18988?
CVE-2018-18988 affects ICS-CERT LCDS Laquis SCADA.
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