7.8
CWE
426
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-5233

First published: Thu Mar 02 2017(Updated: )

Rapid7 AppSpider Pro installers prior to version 6.14.053 contain a DLL preloading vulnerability, wherein it is possible for the installer to load a malicious DLL located in the current working directory of the installer.

Credit: cve@rapid7.con

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Rapid7 AppSpider<6.14.053

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-5233?

    CVE-2017-5233 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for exploitation through DLL preloading.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-5233?

    To fix CVE-2017-5233, upgrade to Rapid7 AppSpider Pro version 6.14.053 or later.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-5233?

    CVE-2017-5233 is a DLL preloading vulnerability that allows loading of malicious DLLs.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2017-5233?

    The vulnerability affects all versions of Rapid7 AppSpider Pro prior to version 6.14.053.

  • Can CVE-2017-5233 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2017-5233 requires local access to the machine running the installer, thereby limiting remote exploitation.

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