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CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2017-7977

The Screensavercc component in eLux RP before 5.5.0 allows attackers to bypass intended configuration restrictions and execute arbitrary commands with root privileges by inserting commands in a local ...

Vulnerability Description

The Screensavercc component in eLux RP before 5.5.0 allows attackers to bypass intended configuration restrictions and execute arbitrary commands with root privileges by inserting commands in a local configuration dialog in the control panel.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
Unicon-SoftwareElux< 5.5.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-77

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-7977?

CVE-2017-7977 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Screensavercc component in eLux RP before 5.5.0 allows attackers to bypass intended configuration restrictions and execute arbitrary commands with root privileges by inserting commands in a local ...

How severe is CVE-2017-7977?

CVE-2017-7977 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-7977?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Unicon-Software Elux.