Vulnerability Description
Vorota-ai nmap-mcp through commit 3636afa contains an improper allowlist validation vulnerability in the scan_vulnerabilities tool that lets callers run blocked NSE script categories. MCP clients or prompt-injected agents can pass categories like exploit, dos, brute, or intrusive to nmap --script, running intrusive, brute-force, exploit, or denial-of-service scripts against scan targets.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/Vorota-ai/nmap-mcp
- https://github.com/Vorota-ai/nmap-mcp/blob/3636afa6ad4e159c7ad07ca35ede644f37db9
- https://github.com/Vorota-ai/nmap-mcp/issues/3
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/nmap-mcp-through-commit-3636afa-permissive-
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-117570?
CVE-2026-117570 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.2 (MEDIUM). Vorota-ai nmap-mcp through commit 3636afa contains an improper allowlist validation vulnerability in the scan_vulnerabilities tool that lets callers run blocked NSE script categories. MCP clients or p...
How severe is CVE-2026-117570?
CVE-2026-117570 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-117570?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.