nvd-cve

Search the NVD for CVEs by keyword or CVE ID.

627|175|Updated Feb 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/automateyournetwork/netclaw --skill nvd-cve
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: nvd-cve
Source: https://github.com/automateyournetwork/netclaw/tree/main/workspace/skills/nvd-cve
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/automateyournetwork/netclaw --skill nvd-cve

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python3, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps network engineers and security professionals quickly identify and assess software vulnerabilities within their network infrastructure by querying the National Vulnerability Database (NVD).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CVE Search: Find vulnerabilities by keyword (e.g., software version, vendor) or specific CVE ID.
  • Vulnerability Details: Retrieve CVSS scores, weakness identifiers, affected configurations, and remediation references.
  • Workflow Automation: Integrate vulnerability scanning into network health checks and security audits.
  • Use Case: After a network device's software version is identified, use this Skill to search for any known critical or high-severity CVEs affecting that specific version and its features.

Quick Start

Use the nvd-cve skill to search for vulnerabilities related to Cisco IOS XE version 17.9.

Frequently Asked Questions about nvd-cve

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I search the National Vulnerability Database for CVEs by software version?

Search the National Vulnerability Database for CVEs by providing a software version or vendor as a keyword. The Skill queries the NVD and returns detailed vulnerability information, including CVSS scores and remediation references.

What CVE details can I retrieve using the NVD API?

Retrieve CVE details using the NVD API to get CVSS scores, weakness identifiers, affected configurations, and remediation references. This provides comprehensive vulnerability assessment data for network device software and IT assets.

Do I need an NVD API key to look up CVSS scores and vulnerability information?

Yes, you need an NVD API key to look up CVSS scores and vulnerability information. The Skill requires this key to execute MCP scripts that search the National Vulnerability Database for Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures.

Can I find security vulnerabilities for specific network device software versions?

Find security vulnerabilities for specific network device software versions by querying the NVD with the identified version string. The Skill returns known critical or high-severity CVEs affecting that software and its features.

How do I automate vulnerability scanning during a network security audit?

Automate vulnerability scanning during a network security audit by integrating this Skill into your workflow. It searches the NVD for known CVEs based on identified network device software versions to streamline security assessments.

Does the nvd-cve skill work with Python3 to query NVD vulnerabilities?

The nvd-cve skill works with Python3 and utilizes MCP scripts to query NVD vulnerabilities. It searches the National Vulnerability Database for CVEs using keywords or specific CVE IDs to retrieve security assessment data.