CVE-2018-25265 LanSpy 2.0.1.159 Local Buffer Overflow
Local attackers can execute arbitrary code in LanSpy via a buffer overflow in the scan section using SEH manipulation.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2018-25265?
CVE-2018-25265 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Lizardsystems LanSpy, published on 22 Apr 2026. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
LanSpy 2.0.1.159 contains a local buffer overflow vulnerability in the scan section that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting structured exception handling mechanisms. Attackers can craft malicious payloads using egghunter techniques to locate and execute shellcode, triggering code execution through SEH chain manipulation and controlled jumps.
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-25265?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Lizardsystems Lanspy.
How do I fix CVE-2018-25265?
No fix has been published for CVE-2018-25265 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2018-25265 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2018-25265 exists.
Other vulnerabilities in Lizardsystems LanSpy
Sources
Also known as GHSA-vmwc-673c-vf2w.