Vulnerability Description
All editions of Rapid7 Nexpose installers prior to version 6.4.24 contain a DLL preloading vulnerability, wherein it is possible for the installer to load a malicious DLL located in the current working directory of the installer.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid7 | Nexpose | <= 6.4.23 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96956
- https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2017/03/01/multiple-vulnerabMitigationVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96956
- https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2017/03/01/multiple-vulnerabMitigationVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5232?
CVE-2017-5232 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). All editions of Rapid7 Nexpose installers prior to version 6.4.24 contain a DLL preloading vulnerability, wherein it is possible for the installer to load a malicious DLL located in the current workin...
How severe is CVE-2017-5232?
CVE-2017-5232 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5232?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rapid7 Nexpose.