CVE-2017-8855

Name: CVE-2017-8855
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-09T20:29:00.24+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.12%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-8855 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. wolfSSL before 3.11.0 does not prevent wc_DhAgree from accepting a malformed DH key.. EPSS estimates a 1.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

wolfSSL before 3.11.0 does not prevent wc_DhAgree from accepting a malformed DH key.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.12%

61.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Wolfssl	Wolfssl	<= 3.10.4

References

https://github.com/wolfSSL/wolfssl/releases/tag/v3.11.0-stableIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/wolfSSL/wolfssl/releases/tag/v3.11.0-stableIssue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 9, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8855?

wolfSSL before 3.11.0 does not prevent wc_DhAgree from accepting a malformed DH key.

How severe is CVE-2017-8855?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8855 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8855?

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-2017-8855?

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Source: NVD / NIST