CVE-2018-10701
CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
2.6 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
An issue was discovered on Moxa AWK-3121 1.14 devices. It provides functionality so that an administrator can run scripts on the device to troubleshoot any issues. However, the same functionality allows an attacker to execute commands on the device. The POST parameter "iw_filename" is susceptible to buffer overflow. By crafting a packet that contains a string of 162 characters, it is possible for an attacker to execute the attack.
Technical details
- Published
- 2019-06-07
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2018-10701?
An issue was discovered on Moxa AWK-3121 1.14 devices. It provides functionality so that an administrator can run scripts on the device to troubleshoot any issues. However, the same functionality allows an attacker to execute commands on the device. The POST parameter "iw_filename" is susceptible to buffer overflow. By crafting a packet that contains a string of 162 characters, it is possible for an attacker to execute the attack.
Is CVE-2018-10701 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2018-10701 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 2.6% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2018-10701?
CVE-2018-10701 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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