MEDIUM
CVE-2018-5443
CWE-89Published: January 25, 2018· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
A SQL Injection issue was discovered in Advantech WebAccess/SCADA versions prior to V8.2_20170817. WebAccess/SCADA does not properly sanitize its inputs for SQL commands.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2018-5443 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.
From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
advantech1 product(s)
webaccess\/scada
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102781Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-023-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102781Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-023-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2018-5443
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-89
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 25, 2018
Related CVEs (CWE-89)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2018-5443 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.