Is CVE-2018-19646 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2018-19646 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2018-19646 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2018-19646 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2018-19646?

CVE-2018-19646 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2018-19646

CWE-78Published: November 28, 2018· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The Python CGI scripts in PWS in Imperva SecureSphere 13.0.10, 13.1.10, and 13.2.10 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands because command-line arguments are mishandled.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2018-19646 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 complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.