CVE-2017-9078
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 5.14%
Last modified
CVE-2017-9078 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The server in Dropbear before 2017.75 might allow post-authentication root remote code execution because of a double free in cleanup of TCP listeners when the -a option is enabled.. EPSS estimates a 5.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The server in Dropbear before 2017.75 might allow post-authentication root remote code execution because of a double free in cleanup of TCP listeners when the -a option is enabled.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dropbear Ssh Project | Dropbear Ssh | < 2017.75 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Netapp | H410c Firmware | All versions |
References
- http://lists.ucc.gu.uwa.edu.au/pipermail/dropbear/2017q2/001985.htmlMailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3859Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20191004-0006/Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.ucc.gu.uwa.edu.au/pipermail/dropbear/2017q2/001985.htmlMailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3859Third Party Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20191004-0006/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-9078?
The server in Dropbear before 2017.75 might allow post-authentication root remote code execution because of a double free in cleanup of TCP listeners when the -a option is enabled.
How severe is CVE-2017-9078?
CVE-2017-9078 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9078?
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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