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CVE-2017-8174

7.5 · HIGH

Huawei USG6300 V100R001C30SPC300 and USG6600 with software of V100R001C30SPC500,V100R001C30SPC600,V100R001C30SPC700,V100R001C30SPC800 have a weak algorithm vulnerability.

Published Nov 22, 2017CWE-326EPSS 0.70%

Overview

CVE-2017-8174 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 22, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Huawei USG6300 V100R001C30SPC300 and USG6600 with software of V100R001C30SPC500,V100R001C30SPC600,V100R001C30SPC700,V100R001C30SPC800 have a weak algorithm vulnerability. Attackers may exploit the weak algorithm vulnerability to crack the cipher text and cause confidential information leaks on the transmission links.

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-2017-8174?

CVE-2017-8174 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 22, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2017-8174?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-8174?

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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2017-8174?

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