CVE-2018-4010
CVSS v3
7.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
5.0 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the connect functionality of ProtonVPN VPN client 1.5.1. A specially crafted configuration file can cause a privilege escalation, resulting in the ability to execute arbitrary commands with the system's privileges.
Technical details
- Published
- 2018-09-07
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2018-4010?
An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the connect functionality of ProtonVPN VPN client 1.5.1. A specially crafted configuration file can cause a privilege escalation, resulting in the ability to execute arbitrary commands with the system's privileges.
Is CVE-2018-4010 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2018-4010 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 5.0% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2018-4010?
CVE-2018-4010 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity).
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