Is CVE-2018-7698 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2018-7698 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2018-7698 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2018-7698 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2018-7698?

CVE-2018-7698 has a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2018-7698

CWE-522Published: March 5, 2018· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

8.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

An issue was discovered in D-Link mydlink+ 3.8.5 build 259 for DCS-933L 1.05.04 and DCS-934L 1.05.04 devices. The mydlink+ app sends the username and password for connected D-Link cameras (such as DCS-933L and DCS-934L) unencrypted from the app to the camera, allowing attackers to obtain these credentials and gain control of the camera including the ability to view the camera's stream and make changes without the user's knowledge.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2018-7698 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 8.1.