CVE-2017-3962
First published: Tue Jun 12 2018(Updated: )
Password recovery exploitation vulnerability in the non-certificate-based authentication mechanism in McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) before 8.2.7.42.2 allows attackers to crack user passwords via unsalted hashes.
Credit: psirt@mcafee.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| McAfee Network Security Manager | <8.2.7.42.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-3962?
CVE-2017-3962 is a password recovery exploitation vulnerability in the non-certificate-based authentication mechanism in McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) before version 8.2.7.42.2.
How does CVE-2017-3962 affect McAfee Network Security Management (NSM)?
CVE-2017-3962 allows attackers to crack user passwords via unsalted hashes in McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) versions before 8.2.7.42.2.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3962?
CVE-2017-3962 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).
How can I fix CVE-2017-3962?
To fix CVE-2017-3962, update McAfee Network Security Management (NSM) to version 8.2.7.42.2 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-3962?
More information about CVE-2017-3962 can be found at the following reference: [https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10192]
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