CVE-2018-7445
CISA KEVPublished September 8, 2022 · Updated April 3, 2026
high
Official Description+
In MikroTik RouterOS, a stack-based buffer overflow occurs when processing NetBIOS session request messages. Remote attackers with access to the service can exploit this vulnerability and gain code execution on the system.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product |
|---|---|
| MikroTik | RouterOS |
Patch Status
Patch by 2022-09-29
Recommended Actions
- Check if your systems use any of the affected products listed above.
- Apply vendor patches immediately if available.
- This vulnerability is in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog — prioritize remediation.
- Monitor vendor advisories for updates and additional mitigations.
- Review logs for indicators of compromise related to CVE-2018-7445.