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CVE-2017-8168

4.3 · MEDIUM

FusionSphere OpenStack with software V100R006C00SPC102(NFV) and V100R006C10 have an information leak vulnerability.

Published Nov 22, 2017CWE-311EPSS 0.27%

Overview

CVE-2017-8168 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 22, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

FusionSphere OpenStack with software V100R006C00SPC102(NFV) and V100R006C10 have an information leak vulnerability. Due to an incorrect configuration item, the information transmitted by a transmission channel is not encrypted. An attacker accessing the internal network may obtain sensitive information transmitted.

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-2017-8168?

CVE-2017-8168 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 22, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2017-8168?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.3, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-8168?

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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