CVE-2017-15524
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CVE-2017-15524 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Application Firewall Pack (AFP, aka Web Application Firewall) component on Kemp Load Balancer devices with software before 7.2.40.1 allows a Security Feature Bypass via an HTTP POST request.. EPSS estimates a 1.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Application Firewall Pack (AFP, aka Web Application Firewall) component on Kemp Load Balancer devices with software before 7.2.40.1 allows a Security Feature Bypass via an HTTP POST request.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Kemptechnologies | Web Application Firewall | <= 7.2.40 |
References
- https://kemptechnologies.com/files/assets/documentation/7.2/release-notes/Release_Notes-LoadMaster.pdf?pdf-file-view=1Issue Tracking, Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.pallas.com/advisories/cve_2017_15524_kemp_afp_waf_bug_on_post_dataExploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://kemptechnologies.com/files/assets/documentation/7.2/release-notes/Release_Notes-LoadMaster.pdf?pdf-file-view=1Issue Tracking, Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.pallas.com/advisories/cve_2017_15524_kemp_afp_waf_bug_on_post_dataExploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-15524?
The Application Firewall Pack (AFP, aka Web Application Firewall) component on Kemp Load Balancer devices with software before 7.2.40.1 allows a Security Feature Bypass via an HTTP POST request.
How severe is CVE-2017-15524?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15524 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15524?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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