CVE-2018-25296
CWE-120Published: April 26, 2026· Updated: Apr 27, 2026
Official Description
P10 Central Management Software 1.4.13 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the login password field that allows local attackers to crash the application by submitting an oversized input string. Attackers can paste a 2000-byte payload into the password field and click login to trigger an application crash and denial of service.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2018-25296 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 5.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (3)
Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2018-25296 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts