PatchTheCVECVE-2018-5385: Navarino Infinity is prone to session fixation attacks
CVE-2018-5385 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting infinity. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Navarino Infinity is prone to session fixation attacks. The server accepts the session ID as a GET parameter which can lead to bypassing the two factor authentication in some installations. This could lead to phishing attacks that can bypass the two factor authentication that is present in some installations.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 9%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 4.0% (top 9%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-384 |
| Published | 2018-07-24 |
| 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-2018-5385?
infinity: upgrade to 2.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2018-5385 being exploited?
CVE-2018-5385 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-2018-5385 affect?
CVE-2018-5385 affects infinity. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Navarino Infinity is prone to session fixation attacks. The server accepts the session ID as a GET parameter which can lead to bypassing the two factor authentication in some installations. This could lead to phishing attacks that can bypas
How urgent is CVE-2018-5385?
Priority 58/100. High severity; EPSS top 9%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference
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