PatchTheCVECVE-2018-5475: A Stack-based Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in GE D60 Line Distance Relay devices running firmware Vers
CVE-2018-5475 is a critical-severity flaw (CVSS 9.8) affecting d60 line distance relay firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A Stack-based Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in GE D60 Line Distance Relay devices running firmware Version 7.11 and prior. Multiple stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities have been identified, which may allow remote code execution.
Why this priority
- Critical severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
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-2018-5475?
d60 line distance relay firmware: upgrade to newer than 7.11. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2018-5475 being exploited?
CVE-2018-5475 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-2018-5475 affect?
CVE-2018-5475 affects d60 line distance relay firmware. Severity is critical (CVSS 9.8). A Stack-based Buffer Overflow issue was discovered in GE D60 Line Distance Relay devices running firmware Version 7.11 and prior. Multiple stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities have been identified, which may allow remote code executi
How urgent is CVE-2018-5475?
Priority 62/100. Critical severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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- CVE-2018-5473 CRITICAL 9.8 UPGRADE An Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer issue was discovered in GE D60 Line