CVE-2017-6728

Name: CVE-2017-6728
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-10T20:29:00.517+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.32%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6728 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco IOS XR Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to execute arbitrary code at the root privilege level on an affected system, because of Incorrect Permissions. More Information: CSCvb99389. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco IOS XR Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to execute arbitrary code at the root privilege level on an affected system, because of Incorrect Permissions. More Information: CSCvb99389. Known Affected Releases: 6.2.1.BASE. Known Fixed Releases: 6.3.1.15i.BASE 6.2.3.1i.BASE 6.2.2.15i.BASE 6.1.4.10i.BASE.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.32%

23.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-269

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Ios Xr	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99464Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038821Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170705-iosVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99464Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038821Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170705-iosVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 10, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6728?

How severe is CVE-2017-6728?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6728 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6728?

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