Stack-based Buffer Overflow in 10-Strike Network Inventory Explorer
CVE-2018-25344

8.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

10-strike

Status
Network Inventory Explorer
Vendor
CVE Published:
23 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-25344?

The 10-Strike Network Inventory Explorer version 8.54 contains a stack-based buffer overflow in the registration key input field. This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating the structured exception handler (SEH) overwrite. By crafting a malicious registration key string with 4188 bytes of padding, followed by specific SEH chain values and shellcode, an attacker can insert this into the registration dialog. This could lead to code execution with the same privileges as the application, making it a significant security risk.

Affected Version(s)

Network Inventory Explorer 8.54

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2018-25344 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44840
exploit
https://www.10-strike.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/10-strike-network-in...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Hashim Jawad - ihack4falafelx
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