CVE-2018-25345
CVE-2018-25345 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-120.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.4)
- CVSS v4: 8.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (6th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2018-21867
- Weakness: CWE-120
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
10-Strike Network Scanner 3.0 contains a local buffer overflow vulnerability in the host name field that allows attackers to bypass SafeSEH protections and execute arbitrary code. Attackers can craft a malicious payload in the host name or address field and trigger the vulnerability through the Trace route or System information functions to achieve code execution.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2018-25345?
- 10-Strike Network Scanner 3.0 contains a local buffer overflow vulnerability in the host name field that allows attackers to bypass SafeSEH protections and execute arbitrary code. Attackers can craft a malicious payload in the host name or address field and trigger the vulnerability through the Trace route or System information functions to achieve code execution.
- How severe is CVE-2018-25345?
- CVE-2018-25345 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2018-25345 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (6th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2018-25345?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- Does CVE-2018-25345 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2018-25345 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2018-21867.
- When was CVE-2018-25345 published?
- CVE-2018-25345 was published on 2026-05-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://www.10-strike.com/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44841
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/10-strike-network-scanner-local-buffer-overflow-seh
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