Vulnerability Description
Nexpose and InsightVM virtual appliances downloaded between April 5th, 2017 and May 3rd, 2017 contain identical SSH host keys. Normally, a unique SSH host key should be generated the first time a virtual appliance boots.
CVSS Score
7.7
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid7 | Insightvm | >= 2017-04-05, <= 2017-05-03 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.rapid7.com/blog/post/2017/05/17/rapid7-nexpose-virtual-appliance-dupMitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.rapid7.com/blog/post/2017/05/17/rapid7-nexpose-virtual-appliance-dupMitigationVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-5242?
CVE-2017-5242 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.7 (HIGH). Nexpose and InsightVM virtual appliances downloaded between April 5th, 2017 and May 3rd, 2017 contain identical SSH host keys. Normally, a unique SSH host key should be generated the first time a virt...
How severe is CVE-2017-5242?
CVE-2017-5242 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-5242?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Rapid7 Insightvm.