CWE
284
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-5302

First published: Mon Jun 13 2016(Updated: )

Citrix XenServer 7.0 before Hotfix XS70E003, when a deployment has been upgraded from an earlier release, might allow remote attackers on the management network to "compromise" a host by leveraging credentials for an Active Directory account.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
XenServer<=7.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-5302?

    CVE-2016-5302 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote exploitation on the management network.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-5302?

    To fix CVE-2016-5302, apply Hotfix XS70E003 or later for Citrix XenServer 7.0.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2016-5302?

    CVE-2016-5302 affects Citrix XenServer versions prior to Hotfix XS70E003 deployed in environments upgraded from earlier releases.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-5302?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2016-5302 include unauthorized access to the host by exploiting Active Directory credentials.

  • Can CVE-2016-5302 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-5302 can be exploited remotely by attackers on the management network.

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