CVSS Calculator
Calculate CVSS v3.1 vulnerability scores with Base, Temporal, and Environmental metrics. Generate vector strings and ...
What CVSS Calculator does
The CVSS Calculator on Inventive HQ is a free online tool for computing Common Vulnerability Scoring System v3.1 scores. Users input Base metrics (exploitability, impact), Temporal metrics (exploit code maturity, remediation level), and Environmental metrics (security requirements) to generate a numerical severity score and a vector string. The result includes a qualitative severity rating from None to Critical, providing a standardized way to communicate vulnerability risk. The site presents the calculator within a broader suite of security tools, offering a straightforward interface for producing both the score and the technical vector representation needed for patching and reporting workflows.
How to use the Inventive HQ CVSS Calculator
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Open the CVSS Calculator on Inventive HQ and select the desired metric groups (Base, Temporal, Environmental).
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Adjust the dropdown menus and sliders to match the vulnerability's exploitability, impact, and environmental factors.
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View the generated CVSS score, severity rating, and vector string displayed on the page.
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Copy the vector string or score for use in vulnerability management reports or ticketing systems.
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Reset the form to start a new calculation or explore different scenario configurations.
Best for
Security professionals and system administrators who need to quickly generate accurate CVSS v3.1 scores and vector strings for software vulnerabilities without installing specialized software.
Limitations
- No unit switching between CVSS v2 and v3.1 standards
- Results depend on user-provided metric accuracy
- Environmental metric options may be limited compared to full standards documentation
CVSS Calculator FAQ
- What CVSS version does the Inventive HQ calculator support?
- The tool supports CVSS v3.1, allowing users to calculate scores using Base, Temporal, and Environmental metrics according to that standard.
- Can I generate a CVSS vector string from the calculator?
- Yes, the calculator produces a CVSS vector string that encodes all selected metrics, which can be shared or imported into other security tools.
- Is the CVSS Calculator free to use?
- Yes, the CVSS Calculator on Inventive HQ is a free online tool with no cost for generating vulnerability scores and vector strings.
- What information do I need to provide to get a score?
- You need to select values for Base metrics (such as attack vector and complexity), Temporal metrics (exploit code maturity), and Environmental metrics (security requirements) to receive a numerical severity score and rating.