CVE-2017-6671

Name: CVE-2017-6671
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-06-13T06:29:01.097+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.96%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6671 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in the email message scanning of Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass configured filters on the device, as demonstrated by the Attachment Filter. More Information: CSCvd34632. EPSS estimates a 1.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the email message scanning of Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass configured filters on the device, as demonstrated by the Attachment Filter. More Information: CSCvd34632. Known Affected Releases: 10.0.1-087 9.7.1-066. Known Fixed Releases: 10.0.2-020 9.8.1-015.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.96%

77.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Email Security Appliance Firmware	9.7.1-066
Cisco	Email Security Appliance Firmware	10.0.1-087

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98969Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038635Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170607-esa1Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98969Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038635Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170607-esa1Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 13, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6671?

How severe is CVE-2017-6671?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6671 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6671?

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