CVE-2017-3896: Input Validation
First published: Mon Feb 13 2017(Updated: )
Unvalidated parameter vulnerability in the remote log viewing capability in Intel Security McAfee Agent 5.0.x versions prior to 5.0.4.449 allows remote attackers to pass unexpected input parameters via a URL that was not completely validated.
Credit: secure@intel.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee Agent | =5.0.0 | |
| McAfee Agent | =5.0.1 | |
| McAfee Agent | =5.0.2 | |
| McAfee Agent | =5.0.3 | |
| McAfee Agent | =5.0.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3896?
CVE-2017-3896 has a medium severity level due to its potential for remote code execution via unvalidated parameters.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3896?
To fix CVE-2017-3896, upgrade your McAfee Agent to version 5.0.4.449 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-3896?
CVE-2017-3896 affects Intel Security McAfee Agent versions 5.0.0 through 5.0.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-3896?
CVE-2017-3896 is an unvalidated parameter vulnerability that can be exploited through URL manipulation.
Can CVE-2017-3896 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-3896 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending crafted requests.
- agent/type
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/severity
- agent/references
- agent/weakness
- agent/author
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/description
- agent/tags
- agent/event
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- vendor/mcafee
- canonical/mcafee agent
- version/mcafee agent/5.0.0
- version/mcafee agent/5.0.1
- version/mcafee agent/5.0.2
- version/mcafee agent/5.0.3
- version/mcafee agent/5.0.4