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CVE/CWE Database Skill

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CVE and CWE database querying and management

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CVE/CWE Database Skill

Overview

This skill provides CVE and CWE database querying, CVSS scoring, and vulnerability management capabilities.

Capabilities

  • Query NVD for CVE details
  • Search CWE database for weaknesses
  • Calculate CVSS scores (v2, v3.1, v4)
  • Generate CVE request templates
  • Track CVE assignment status
  • Map vulnerabilities to CWE
  • Generate vulnerability advisories
  • Support CPE matching

Target Processes

  • vulnerability-root-cause-analysis.js
  • responsible-disclosure.js
  • security-advisory-writing.js
  • variant-analysis.js

Dependencies

  • NVD API access
  • CWE database (local or API)
  • cvss library (Python)
  • Python 3.x

Usage Context

This skill is essential for:

  • Vulnerability classification
  • CVSS score calculation
  • CVE request preparation
  • Advisory writing
  • Vulnerability tracking

Integration Notes

  • Supports NVD API v2
  • Can cache CVE data locally
  • Integrates with vulnerability management systems
  • Supports CPE-based vulnerability matching
  • Can generate machine-readable advisories (CSAF)