CVE-2018-25256 Details
Description
IP TOOLS 2.50 contains a local buffer overflow vulnerability in the SNMP Scanner component that allows local attackers to crash the application by supplying oversized input. Attackers can paste malicious data into the 'From Addr' and 'To Addr' fields and trigger the crash by clicking the Start button, causing denial of service and SEH overwrite.
A local buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in IP Tools version 2.50, specifically within the SNMP Scanner component. This vulnerability allows local attackers to crash the application by sending oversized input. The malicious data can be pasted into the 'From Addr' and 'To Addr' fields. Once the input is submitted, the application crashes, causing a denial-of-service condition and overwriting the Structured Exception Handling (SEH) chain.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Apr 6, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46286 | [email protected] | ExploitVDB Entry |
| https://www.ks-soft.net/ip-tools.eng/index.htm | [email protected] | Product |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/ip-tools-local-buffer-overflow-denial-of-service | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| ks-soft ip-tools | <= 2.50 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2026 | CVE Translated | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 5, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |