CVE-2017-15943

Name: CVE-2017-15943
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-12-11T17:29:00.457+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.70%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-15943 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The configuration file import for applications, spyware and vulnerability objects functionality in the web interface in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.19, 7.0.x before 7.0.19, and 7.1.x before 7.1.14 allows remote attackers to conduct server-side request forgery (SSRF) attacks and consequently obtain sensitive information via vectors related to parsing of external entities.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The configuration file import for applications, spyware and vulnerability objects functionality in the web interface in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.19, 7.0.x before 7.0.19, and 7.1.x before 7.1.14 allows remote attackers to conduct server-side request forgery (SSRF) attacks and consequently obtain sensitive information via vectors related to parsing of external entities.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.70%

74.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-918

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	< 6.1.19
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	>= 7.0.0, < 7.0.19
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	>= 7.1.0, < 7.1.14

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102074Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040005Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-15943
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102074Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040005Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-15943

Timeline

Published: Dec 11, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-15943?

How severe is CVE-2017-15943?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15943 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15943?

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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Source: NVD / NIST