CVE-2017-8390

Name: CVE-2017-8390
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-08-02T19:29:00.93+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 6.07%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-8390 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DNS Proxy in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.18, 7.x before 7.0.16, 7.1.x before 7.1.11, and 8.x before 8.0.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted domain name.. EPSS estimates a 6.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The DNS Proxy in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.18, 7.x before 7.0.16, 7.1.x before 7.1.11, and 8.x before 8.0.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted domain name.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

6.07%

92.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	<= 6.1.17
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.1
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.2
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.3
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.4
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.5
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.6
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.7
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.8
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.9
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.10
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.11
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.12
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.13
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.14
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.0.15
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.0
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.1
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.2
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.3
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.4
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.4-h2
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.6
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.7
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.8
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.9
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.9-h2
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	7.1.10
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	8.0.0
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	8.0.1
Paloaltonetworks	Pan-Os	8.0.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99911Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038976Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-8390
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99911Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038976Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://security.paloaltonetworks.com/CVE-2017-8390

Timeline

Published: Aug 2, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8390?

The DNS Proxy in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS before 6.1.18, 7.x before 7.0.16, 7.1.x before 7.1.11, and 8.x before 8.0.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted domain name.

How severe is CVE-2017-8390?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8390 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8390?

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-2017-8390?

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Source: NVD / NIST