Is CVE-2018-25338 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2018-25338 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2018-25338 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2018-25338 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2018-25338?

CVE-2018-25338 has a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2018-25338

CWE-89Published: May 17, 2026· Updated: May 18, 2026

8.2

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.07%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:20.2th

Official Description

Zechat 1.5 contains a SQL injection vulnerability in the hashtag parameter that allows unauthenticated attackers to extract database information using union-based techniques. Attackers can exploit the hashtag parameter with union-based payloads to retrieve table and column names.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2018-25338 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), with a CVSS base score of 8.2.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.