What is the severity of CVE-2018-16197?

CVE-2018-16197 has a severity rating that indicates a medium risk due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive information on the device.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16197?

To fix CVE-2018-16197, you should upgrade the firmware of your Toshiba Home gateway models HEM-GW16A and HEM-GW26A to version 1.2.10 or later.

What are the affected devices for CVE-2018-16197?

CVE-2018-16197 affects Toshiba Home gateway models HEM-GW16A and HEM-GW26A with firmware versions 1.2.9 and earlier.

Can I mitigate CVE-2018-16197 without updating?

Mitigating the effects of CVE-2018-16197 without updating is challenging; restricting network access and monitoring device activity is advisable.

Is CVE-2018-16197 easily exploitable?

Yes, CVE-2018-16197 can be easily exploited by attackers on the same network segment, posing a security risk.

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CVE-2018-16197

medium

6.5

9/1/2019

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-16197

First published: Wed Jan 09 2019(Updated: )

Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW16A 1.2.9 and earlier, Toshiba Home gateway HEM-GW26A 1.2.9 and earlier allows an attacker on the same network segment to bypass access restriction to access the information and files stored on the affected device.

Credit: vultures@jpcert.or.jp

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Toshiba Hem-gw16a	<=1.2.9
Toshiba Hem-gw16a Firmware
Toshiba Hem-gw26a	<=1.2.9
Toshiba Hem-gw26a Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-16197?
CVE-2018-16197 has a severity rating that indicates a medium risk due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive information on the device.
How do I fix CVE-2018-16197?
To fix CVE-2018-16197, you should upgrade the firmware of your Toshiba Home gateway models HEM-GW16A and HEM-GW26A to version 1.2.10 or later.
What are the affected devices for CVE-2018-16197?
CVE-2018-16197 affects Toshiba Home gateway models HEM-GW16A and HEM-GW26A with firmware versions 1.2.9 and earlier.
Can I mitigate CVE-2018-16197 without updating?
Mitigating the effects of CVE-2018-16197 without updating is challenging; restricting network access and monitoring device activity is advisable.
Is CVE-2018-16197 easily exploitable?
Yes, CVE-2018-16197 can be easily exploited by attackers on the same network segment, posing a security risk.

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