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CVE-2017-15709

3.7 · LOW

When using the OpenWire protocol in ActiveMQ versions 5.14.0 to 5.15.2 it was found that certain system details (such as the OS and kernel version) are exposed as plain text.

Published Feb 13, 2018CWE-200EPSS 22.78%

Overview

CVE-2017-15709 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 13, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 3.7 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 3.7, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

When using the OpenWire protocol in ActiveMQ versions 5.14.0 to 5.15.2 it was found that certain system details (such as the OS and kernel version) are exposed as plain text.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-15709?

CVE-2017-15709 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 13, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 3.7 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2017-15709?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 3.7, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-15709?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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