CVE-2017-2333

Name: CVE-2017-2333
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-04-24T15:59:00.787+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.07%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-2333 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A persistent denial of service vulnerability in Juniper Networks NorthStar Controller Application prior to version 2.1.0 Service Pack 1 may allow a malicious, network-based, authenticated attacker to consume enough system resources to cause a persistent denial of service by visiting certain specific URLs on the server.. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A persistent denial of service vulnerability in Juniper Networks NorthStar Controller Application prior to version 2.1.0 Service Pack 1 may allow a malicious, network-based, authenticated attacker to consume enough system resources to cause a persistent denial of service by visiting certain specific URLs on the server.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.07%

60.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-400

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Juniper	Northstar Controller	<= 2.1.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97608Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://kb.juniper.net/JSA10783Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97608Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://kb.juniper.net/JSA10783Mitigation, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 24, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-2333?

How severe is CVE-2017-2333?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-2333 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2333?

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