How severe is CVE-2018-8715?

No CVSS score has been assigned to CVE-2018-8715 yet. Review the advisory details and affected package list to assess your exposure.

Which packages are affected by CVE-2018-8715?

Affected package information for CVE-2018-8715 is not yet fully mapped. Check the official advisory links for details.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8715?

No fixed release is recorded for CVE-2018-8715 yet. Track the upstream advisory, and apply the exposure-reduction steps below in the meantime.

How do I detect CVE-2018-8715 in my code and dependencies?

Identify every host running the affected component and compare the installed build against the fixed version below — for source-built or distro-packaged software the version string, not a lockfile, is the source of truth (`dpkg -l`, `rpm -q`, or the binary's own `--version`).

How do I mitigate CVE-2018-8715 if there is no patch (or I can't update yet)?

Put an independent control in front of the weakness: restrict the affected endpoint or interface to trusted networks, require an additional authentication factor or proxy-level check, and invalidate existing sessions and credentials in case the flaw has already been used.

Is CVE-2018-8715 actively exploited in the wild?

Yes. There are 1 known exploit references for CVE-2018-8715, including 1 in-the-wild exploitation observed on GitHub and other sources. Treat this as actively exploitable and prioritize patching immediately. All exploit code should only be run in an isolated sandbox environment for research or authorized testing — never against production systems without explicit written authorization.

What is the EPSS score for CVE-2018-8715?

CVE-2018-8715 has an EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) score of 22.8%, placing it in the 98th percentile of all CVEs. EPSS is maintained by FIRST.org and estimates the probability that a vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. This score warrants monitoring and prompt remediation.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8715?

CVE-2018-8715 is classified as Improper Authentication (CWE-287). This weakness type describe the underlying flaw category, which helps determine the potential impact and the right class of mitigation.

Is there exploit tooling available for CVE-2018-8715?

A Nuclei detection template exists for CVE-2018-8715, meaning automated scanners can fingerprint it. Public exploit tooling significantly increases real-world risk — prioritize patching and ensure detection coverage. Exploit tooling should only ever be used in isolated, authorized testing environments.

When was CVE-2018-8715 published, and has it been updated?

CVE-2018-8715 was published on March 14, 2018 and was last updated on August 5, 2024. Advisory data evolves as severity scores, affected ranges, and exploit intelligence are revised — always check the latest version of the advisory before acting.

Not in CISA KEV

CVE-2018-8715 — Embedthis

CVE-2018-8715 is a Improper Authentication vulnerability. 1 public exploit reference exists, so weaponization risk is real. No vendor fix is recorded yet; mitigation options are listed below.

The Embedthis HTTP library, and Appweb versions before 7.0.3, have a logic flaw related to the authCondition function in http/httpLib.c. With a forged HTTP request, it is possible to…

Published

Mar 14, 2018

Updated

Aug 5, 2024

Affected

1 product

Patched

See advisory

Exploits

1 known

Exploitation data as of Oct 7, 2026 · OSV.dev, NVD, FIRST.org (EPSS)

EPSS Exploitation Probability

via FIRST.org ↗

22.8%probability of exploitation in next 30 days

Moderate Risk0.00%

Lower risk than most CVEs98th percentile — riskier than 98% of all scored CVEsHighest risk

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days, from FIRST.org EPSS.

Description

The Embedthis HTTP library, and Appweb versions before 7.0.3, have a logic flaw related to the authCondition function in http/httpLib.c. With a forged HTTP request, it is possible to bypass authentication for the form and digest login types.

Affected Products

1 product · 1 configurations

Application

appwebembedthis

≤ 7.0.2

range

Exploits & PoCs

Research use only. For defensive security, authorized penetration testing, and academic research only. Never execute exploit code against systems without explicit written authorization.

The Embedthis HTTP library, and Appweb versions before 7.0.3, have a log…

blogs.securiteam.comNVDFeb 2020

Detection & mitigation playbook

Vulnerability

Detect
Identify every host running the affected component and compare the installed build against the fixed version below — for source-built or distro-packaged software the version string, not a lockfile, is the source of truth (`dpkg -l`, `rpm -q`, or the binary's own `--version`).
Remediation status
No fixed release is recorded for CVE-2018-8715 yet. Track the upstream advisory, and apply the exposure-reduction steps below in the meantime.
Mitigate without a patch
Put an independent control in front of the weakness: restrict the affected endpoint or interface to trusted networks, require an additional authentication factor or proxy-level check, and invalidate existing sessions and credentials in case the flaw has already been used.

How to detect CVE-2018-8715

A community-maintained Nuclei template exists for this CVE. You can scan for it directly:

nuclei -id cve-2018-8715 -u https://target

Template: AppWeb - Authentication Bypass
Severity: high
Impact: Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access to the application.
Remediation: Apply the necessary patches or updates provided by the vendor to fix the authentication bypass vulnerability in AppWeb.

Template by ProjectDiscovery nuclei-templates (milo2012), MIT licensed. View the full template. Scan only systems you are authorised to test.

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