CVE-2018-17228

Name: CVE-2018-17228
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-19T21:29:00.317+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.64%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-17228 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. nmap4j 1.1.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an includeHosts call.. EPSS estimates a 1.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

nmap4j 1.1.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an includeHosts call.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.64%

73.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-78

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Nmap4j Project	Nmap4j	1.1.0

References

https://github.com/narkisr/nmap4j/issues/9Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/narkisr/nmap4j/issues/9Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 19, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-17228?

nmap4j 1.1.0 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in an includeHosts call.

How severe is CVE-2018-17228?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17228 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17228?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-17228?

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Source: NVD / NIST