CVE-2018-16529
CVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
1.6 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A password reset vulnerability has been discovered in Forcepoint Email Security 8.5.x. The password reset URL can be used after the intended expiration period or after the URL has already been used to reset a password.
Technical details
- Published
- 2019-03-28
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2018-16529?
A password reset vulnerability has been discovered in Forcepoint Email Security 8.5.x. The password reset URL can be used after the intended expiration period or after the URL has already been used to reset a password.
Is CVE-2018-16529 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2018-16529 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.6% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2018-16529?
CVE-2018-16529 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
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