CVE-2018-16710: Infoleak

Published Sep 7, 2018
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Updated

DISPUTED OctoPrint through 1.3.9 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service via HTTP requests on port 8081. NOTE: the vendor disputes the significance of this report because their documentation states that with "blind port forwarding ... Putting OctoPrint onto the public internet is a terrible idea, and I really can't emphasize that enough."

Affected Software

1 affected component
OctoPrint OctoPrint<=1.3.9

Event History

Sep 7, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Disputed
07:29 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2018-16710?

CVE-2018-16710 is a vulnerability in OctoPrint through version 1.3.9 that allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service via HTTP requests on port 8081.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-16710?

The severity of CVE-2018-16710 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.1.

3

How can I exploit CVE-2018-16710?

We do not provide information on how to exploit vulnerabilities. It is important to follow ethical guidelines and adhere to the law.

4

How do I fix CVE-2018-16710?

To fix CVE-2018-16710, it is recommended to upgrade OctoPrint to a version beyond 1.3.9.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-16710?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-16710 at the following reference: [https://github.com/foosel/OctoPrint/issues/2814]

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