Is CVE-2018-1000090 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2018-1000090 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2018-1000090 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2018-1000090 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2018-1000090?

CVE-2018-1000090 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2018-1000090

CWE-611Published: March 13, 2018· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

textpattern version version 4.6.2 contains a XML Injection vulnerability in Import XML feature that can result in Denial of service in context to the web server by exhausting server memory resources. This attack appear to be exploitable via Uploading a specially crafted XML file.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2018-1000090 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.