CVE-2017-17133: Null Pointer Dereference
Huawei VP9660 V500R002C10 has a null pointer reference vulnerability in license module due to insufficient verification. An authenticated local attacker could place a malicious license file into system which cause memory null pointer accessing and related processing crash. The attacker can exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial of service.
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What is CVE-2017-17133?
CVE-2017-17133 is a vulnerability found in Huawei VP9660 V500R002C10 that allows an authenticated local attacker to place a malicious license file into the system, causing memory null pointer accessing and related processing crash.
How does CVE-2017-17133 affect Huawei VP9660?
CVE-2017-17133 affects Huawei VP9660 V500R002C10 with a null pointer reference vulnerability in the license module, due to insufficient verification.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-17133?
The severity of CVE-2017-17133 is medium, with a CVSS severity score of 5.5.
How can an authenticated local attacker exploit CVE-2017-17133?
An authenticated local attacker can exploit CVE-2017-17133 by placing a malicious license file into the system, triggering memory null pointer accessing and causing a crash in the related processing.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2017-17133?
To fix CVE-2017-17133, users should update to a patched version of Huawei VP9660 firmware V500R002C10 or later, as recommended by the vendor.