CVE-2018-1335
HighExploitedPublic exploitCommand injection in org.apache.tika:tika-core
Published Oct 17, 2018 · Updated Aug 4, 2026 · Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2018-1335, GHSA-9r24-gp44-h3pm, UBUNTU-CVE-2018-1335
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2018-1335 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.1 v3.1) affecting Tika (Apache), org.apache.tika:tika-core (maven), tika-core (redhat).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 14, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Tika 1.18, Tika 1.18-1, org.apache.tika:tika-core 1.18.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
8.1
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
94%
Higher than 99.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
From Apache Tika versions 1.7 to 1.17, clients could send carefully crafted headers to tika-server that could be used to inject commands into the command line of the server running tika-server. This vulnerability only affects those running tika-server on a server that is open to untrusted clients. The mitigation is to upgrade to Tika 1.18.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Dec 5, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 14, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
10 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| TikaApache | >= 1.7 to 1.17 | 1.18 |
| org.apache.tika:tika-coremaven | >= 1.7 | 1.18 |
| tika-coreredhat | See advisory | n/a |
Patched Releases
Tika
1.18, 1.18-1
org.apache.tika:tika-core
1.18
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 17, 2018
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 14, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Dec 5, 2023
Last updated
Aug 4, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-77 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
References
- advisoryGHSA advisory
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-1335
- advisoryhttps://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2018-1335
- advisoryhttps://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2018-1335
- advisoryhttps://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2018-1335
FAQ
Common Questions.
From Apache Tika versions 1.7 to 1.17, clients could send carefully crafted headers to tika-server that could be used to inject commands into the command line of the server running tika-server.
Affected: Tika (Apache) versions >= 1.7 to 1.17; org.apache.tika:tika-core (maven) versions >= 1.7; tika-core (redhat). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 14, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Tika 1.18, Tika 1.18-1, org.apache.tika:tika-core 1.18.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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