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CVE-2018-4063: An exploitable remote code execution vulnerability exists in the upload.cgi functionality of Sierra Wireles...

An exploitable remote code execution vulnerability exists in the upload.cgi functionality of Sierra Wireless AirLink ES450 FW 4.9.3. A specially crafted HTTP request can upload a file, resulting in executable code being uploaded, and routable, to the webserver. An attacker can make an authenticated HTTP request to trigger this vulnerability.

HighCVSS 8.8Known exploitedUpdated
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Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw lets an authenticated attacker upload executable code through the AirLink ES450 web management interface. If exposed, it can turn a router into an entry point for network compromise. CISA KEV listing means known exploitation exists, so affected devices should be treated as urgent. Exposure is likely where Sierra Wireless AirLink ES450 devices run firmware 4.9.3 and ACEManager or web administration is reachable from untrusted networks. Industrial, remote access, and cellular router deployments deserve priority review. Prioritize remediation for any affected router reachable from external or shared networks. Because this is known exploited and affects network edge infrastructure, delay increases the chance of device takeover and downstream access into operational environments. Mitigation focus: Identify all AirLink ES450 devices and firmware versions.; Check Sierra Wireless and CISA guidance for fixed firmware or vendor mitigations.; Restrict management interfaces to trusted administration networks only..

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CWE-434: File access and web shell behavior lookup

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
High
CVSS
8.8 (3.1)
Known Exploited
Yes
Published

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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1CVSS vectors
4Timeline events
2ADP providers
5Source links

CISA KEV status

Status
Known exploited
Source
CISA-ADP
Date added
KEV reference

SSVC decision data

CISA-ADPCISA Coordinator
Timestamp
Version
2.0.3
Exploitation: activeAutomatable: noTechnical Impact: total

CVSS vector scores

1 official score

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ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
8.8CVSS 3.1HighCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H2.85.9CISA-ADP

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 3.1 score

8.8High
CVSS 3.1 vector shape for CVE-2018-4063Attack VectorAttack ComplexityPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionScopeConfidentiality ImpactIntegrity ImpactAvailability Impact

Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NoneRequired
Scope
ChangedUnchanged
Confidentiality Impact
HighLowNone
Integrity Impact
HighLowNone
Availability Impact
HighLowNone

Vulnerability timeline

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  1. CVE reservedCVE Program

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  2. CVE publishedCVE Program

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  3. Added to KEVCISA-ADP

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  4. CVE updatedCVE Program

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ADP provider summaries

CVECVE Program Container
CISA-ADPCISA ADP Vulnrichment
cvssV3_1other:ssvcother:kev
Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
n/aSierra WirelessSierra Wireless AirLink ES450 FW 4.9.3Listed
Weakness

CWE details

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CWE-434 · source CWE mapping

Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type

Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.