CVE-2026-18895: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in UTT HiPER 1250GW
CVE-2026-18895 is a high-severity stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the UTT HiPER 1250GW device, specifically affecting version 3.2.7-210907-180535. The flaw exists in the strcpy function within the /goform/APSecurity_5g file, where manipulation of the cipher argument can trigger the overflow. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction and requires low privileges. The exploit code has been publicly disclosed. The vendor has not responded or provided a fix.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2026-18895 affects UTT HiPER 1250GW version 3.2.7-210907-180535. It is a stack-based buffer overflow caused by improper handling of the cipher argument in the strcpy function located in /goform/APSecurity_5g. This allows remote attackers with low privileges to execute code or cause denial of service by sending crafted input. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 score of 8.7, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor was notified but has not issued any patch or mitigation guidance. Public exploit code is available, increasing the risk of exploitation.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution or denial of service on the affected device, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and low privileges, making it easier to exploit remotely. The public availability of exploit code increases the likelihood of attacks.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official fix or patch is currently available from the vendor. Since the vendor has not responded or provided remediation, users should consider mitigating exposure by restricting remote access to the affected device, disabling vulnerable services if possible, or replacing the device with a secure alternative. Monitor vendor channels for any future updates or patches.
CVE-2026-18895: Stack-based Buffer Overflow in UTT HiPER 1250GW
Description
CVE-2026-18895 is a high-severity stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the UTT HiPER 1250GW device, specifically affecting version 3.2.7-210907-180535. The flaw exists in the strcpy function within the /goform/APSecurity_5g file, where manipulation of the cipher argument can trigger the overflow. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction and requires low privileges. The exploit code has been publicly disclosed. The vendor has not responded or provided a fix.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.7high
Affected software
cpe:2.3:a:utt:hiper_1250gw:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-18895 affects UTT HiPER 1250GW version 3.2.7-210907-180535. It is a stack-based buffer overflow caused by improper handling of the cipher argument in the strcpy function located in /goform/APSecurity_5g. This allows remote attackers with low privileges to execute code or cause denial of service by sending crafted input. The vulnerability has a CVSS 4.0 score of 8.7, indicating high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vendor was notified but has not issued any patch or mitigation guidance. Public exploit code is available, increasing the risk of exploitation.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution or denial of service on the affected device, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and low privileges, making it easier to exploit remotely. The public availability of exploit code increases the likelihood of attacks.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official fix or patch is currently available from the vendor. Since the vendor has not responded or provided remediation, users should consider mitigating exposure by restricting remote access to the affected device, disabling vulnerable services if possible, or replacing the device with a secure alternative. Monitor vendor channels for any future updates or patches.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-04T19:54:52.436Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a729be7bf8831d539114827
Added to database: 08/05/2026, 02:11:51 UTC
Last enriched: 08/05/2026, 02:26:25 UTC
Last updated: 08/05/2026, 03:12:22 UTC
Views: 6
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