PatchTheCVECVE-2017-18923: beroNet VoIP Gateways before 3.0.16 have a PHP script that allows downloading arbitrary files, including ones
CVE-2017-18923 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting voice over internet protocol gateways firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
beroNet VoIP Gateways before 3.0.16 have a PHP script that allows downloading arbitrary files, including ones with credentials.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.5% (top 26%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-74 |
| Published | 2020-07-29 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2017-18923?
voice over internet protocol gateways firmware: upgrade to 3.0.16. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-18923 being exploited?
CVE-2017-18923 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2017-18923 affect?
CVE-2017-18923 affects voice over internet protocol gateways firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). beroNet VoIP Gateways before 3.0.16 have a PHP script that allows downloading arbitrary files, including ones with credentials.
How urgent is CVE-2017-18923?
Priority 50/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action