CVE-2018-25266 — The Preferences Dialog That Buffer Overflow
CVE-2018-25266 — Angry IP Scanner 3.5.3 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the preferences dialog that allows local attackers to crash the application by supplying an excessively large string. Attackers can generate a file containing a massive buffer of repeated characters and paste it into
What This Means For You
- If your environment is affected by CWE-787, review your exposure and prioritize patching based on your environment. Monitor vendor advisories for CVE-2018-25266 updates and patches.
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🛡️ Detection Rules
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CVE-2018-25266 - Angry IP Scanner Preferences Dialog Buffer Overflow
Indicators of Compromise
| ID | Type | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
| CVE-2018-25266 | vulnerability | CVE-2018-25266 |
| CWE-787 | weakness | CWE-787 |
Written by SCW Vulnerability Desk
Source & Attribution
| Source Platform | NVD |
| Channel | National Vulnerability Database |
| Published | April 22, 2026 at 19:16 UTC |
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