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CVE-2017-8994

9.8 · CRITICAL

A input validation vulnerability in HPE Operations Orchestration product all versions prior to 10.80, allows for the execution of code remotely.

Published Oct 10, 2017CWE-20EPSS 9.84%

Overview

CVE-2017-8994 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 10, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A input validation vulnerability in HPE Operations Orchestration product all versions prior to 10.80, allows for the execution of code remotely.

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-2017-8994?

CVE-2017-8994 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 10, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2017-8994?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-8994?

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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