CVE-2017-2338: ScreenOS: XSS vulnerability in ScreenOS Firewall
First published: Wed Jul 12 2017(Updated: )
A persistent cross site scripting vulnerability in NetScreen WebUI of Juniper Networks Juniper NetScreen Firewall+VPN running ScreenOS allows a user with the 'security' role to inject HTML/JavaScript content into the management session of other users including the administrator. This enables the lower-privileged user to effectively execute commands with the permissions of an administrator. This issue affects Juniper Networks ScreenOS 6.3.0 releases prior to 6.3.0r24 on SSG Series. No other Juniper Networks products or platforms are affected by this issue.
Credit: sirt@juniper.net
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r1 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r10 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r11 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r12 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r13 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r14 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r15 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r16 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r17 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r18 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r19 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r2 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r21 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r22 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r23 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r23b | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r3 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r4 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r5 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r6 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r7 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r8 | |
| NetScreen ScreenOS | =6.3.0-r9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2338?
CVE-2017-2338 has a medium severity level as it allows cross site scripting which could lead to unauthorized actions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2338?
To fix CVE-2017-2338, update your Juniper NetScreen Firewall+VPN to the latest version of ScreenOS.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-2338?
CVE-2017-2338 affects users with the 'security' role in Juniper Networks ScreenOS 6.3.0 and its revisions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-2338?
CVE-2017-2338 is classified as a persistent cross site scripting vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-2338?
CVE-2017-2338 can potentially allow attackers to inject malicious content into other users' management sessions, including that of administrators.
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