CVE-2018-19248 Missing authorization in n/a

Critical 9.1 Published 24 Dec 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can upload firmware and reset Epson printers without authentication, leading to potential code execution and device compromise.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-19248?

CVE-2018-19248 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 24 Dec 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The web service on Epson WorkForce WF-2861 10.48 LQ22I3(Recovery-mode), WF-2861 10.51.LQ20I6, and WF-2861 10.52.LQ17IA devices allows remote attackers to upload a firmware file and reset the printer without authentication by making a request to the /DOWN/FIRMWAREUPDATE/ROM1 URI and a POST request to the /FIRMWAREUPDATE URI.

Weakness: CWE-306

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-19248?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Epson Epson Workforce Wf-2861 Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2018-19248?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-19248 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2018-19248 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-19248 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-xvmh-x39h-gwg8.