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HIGH

CVE-2018-20798

CVSS v3

7.5

HIGH

EPSS Score

1.4 %

exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

—

SSVC status

Description

The expiretable configuration in pfSense 2.4.4_1 establishes block durations that are incompatible with the block durations implemented by sshguard, which might make it easier for attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.

Technical details

Published
2019-03-01

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-20798?

The expiretable configuration in pfSense 2.4.4_1 establishes block durations that are incompatible with the block durations implemented by sshguard, which might make it easier for attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.

Is CVE-2018-20798 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2018-20798 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.4% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2018-20798?

CVE-2018-20798 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).

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