CVE-2017-2825: High severity zabbix vulnerability

Published Apr 20, 2018
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Updated

In the trapper functionality of Zabbix Server 2.4.x, specifically crafted trapper packets can pass database logic checks, resulting in database writes. An attacker can set up a Man-in-the-Middle server to alter trapper requests made between an active Zabbix proxy and Server to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
debian/zabbix
1:4.0.4+dfsg-11:4.0.4+dfsg-1+deb10u21:5.0.8+dfsg-11:6.0.14+dfsg-1
Zabbix Zabbix>=2.4.0<=2.4.8
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0

Event History

Apr 20, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2017-2825?

CVE-2017-2825 is a vulnerability in the trapper functionality of Zabbix Server 2.4.x.

2

How severe is CVE-2017-2825?

CVE-2017-2825 has a severity level of high (7).

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2017-2825?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2017-2825 by setting up a Man-in-the-Middle server to alter trapper requests made between an active Zabbix proxy and Server.

4

Which versions of Zabbix Server are affected by CVE-2017-2825?

Zabbix Server versions 2.4.x are affected by CVE-2017-2825.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-2825?

You can find more information about CVE-2017-2825 in the references provided: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98094, https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2017-0326, https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3937

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