CVE-2018-15173
CVSS v3
7.5
HIGH
EPSS Score
6.1 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
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.
Technical details
- Published
- 2018-08-08
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2018-15173?
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.
Is CVE-2018-15173 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2018-15173 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 6.1% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2018-15173?
CVE-2018-15173 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).
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