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CVE-2017-17442

6.1 · MEDIUM

In BlackBerry UEM Management Console version 12.7.1 and earlier, a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute script commands in the context of the affecte…

Published Mar 13, 2018CWE-79EPSS 0.91%

Overview

CVE-2017-17442 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 13, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

In BlackBerry UEM Management Console version 12.7.1 and earlier, a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute script commands in the context of the affected UEM Management Console account by crafting a malicious link and then persuading a user with legitimate access to the Management Console to click on the malicious link.

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-2017-17442?

CVE-2017-17442 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 13, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2017-17442?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 6.1, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-17442?

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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