CVE-2017-7893

Name: CVE-2017-7893
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-04-23T22:29:00.227+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-7893 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In SaltStack Salt before 2016.3.6, compromised salt-minions can impersonate the salt-master.. EPSS estimates a 1.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In SaltStack Salt before 2016.3.6, compromised salt-minions can impersonate the salt-master.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.40%

69.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Saltstack	Salt	< 2016.3.6

References

https://docs.saltstack.com/en/2017.7/topics/releases/2016.3.6.htmlVendor Advisory
https://docs.saltstack.com/en/2017.7/topics/releases/2016.3.6.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 23, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-7893?

In SaltStack Salt before 2016.3.6, compromised salt-minions can impersonate the salt-master.

How severe is CVE-2017-7893?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7893 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7893?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2017-7893?

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Source: NVD / NIST