Vulnerability Description
AlienVault USM and OSSIM before 5.3.7 and NfSen before 1.3.8 allow local users to execute arbitrary commands in a privileged context via an NfSen socket, aka AlienVault ID ENG-104863.
CVSS Score
8.4
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Alienvault | Ossim | <= 5.3.6 |
| Alienvault | Unified Security Management | <= 5.3.6 |
| Nfsen | Nfsen | <= 1.3.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://sourceforge.net/p/nfsen/news/2017/01/nfsen-138-released---security-fix/
- https://www.alienvault.com/forums/discussion/8325/
- https://www.alienvault.com/forums/discussion/8698
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42305/
- https://sourceforge.net/p/nfsen/news/2017/01/nfsen-138-released---security-fix/
- https://www.alienvault.com/forums/discussion/8325/
- https://www.alienvault.com/forums/discussion/8698
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42305/
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-6970?
CVE-2017-6970 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.4 (HIGH). AlienVault USM and OSSIM before 5.3.7 and NfSen before 1.3.8 allow local users to execute arbitrary commands in a privileged context via an NfSen socket, aka AlienVault ID ENG-104863.
How severe is CVE-2017-6970?
CVE-2017-6970 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-6970?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Alienvault Ossim, Alienvault Unified Security Management, Nfsen Nfsen.