Vulnerability Description
Nmap through 7.70, when the -sV option is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and application crash) via a crafted TCP-based service.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nmap | Nmap | <= 7.70 |
References
- http://code610.blogspot.com/2018/07/crashing-nmap-760.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://code610.blogspot.com/2018/07/crashing-nmap-770.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-05/msg00067.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-09/msg00073.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-09/msg00075.html
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200827-0004/
- http://code610.blogspot.com/2018/07/crashing-nmap-760.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://code610.blogspot.com/2018/07/crashing-nmap-770.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-05/msg00067.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-09/msg00073.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2019-09/msg00075.html
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20200827-0004/
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-15173?
CVE-2018-15173 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Nmap through 7.70, when the -sV option is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and application crash) via a crafted TCP-based service.
How severe is CVE-2018-15173?
CVE-2018-15173 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-15173?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nmap Nmap.