CVE-2017-5573: Medium severity Citrix XenServer vulnerability
An issue was discovered in Linux Foundation xapi in Citrix XenServer through 7.0. An authenticated read-only administrator can cancel tasks of other administrators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5573?
CVE-2017-5573 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability which allows an authenticated read-only administrator to cancel tasks of other administrators.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5573?
To mitigate CVE-2017-5573, it is recommended to upgrade Citrix XenServer to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What versions of Citrix XenServer are affected by CVE-2017-5573?
CVE-2017-5573 affects Citrix XenServer versions 6.0.2, 6.2.0, 6.5, and 7.0.
Who can exploit CVE-2017-5573?
Only authenticated read-only administrators with access to the Citrix XenServer platform can exploit CVE-2017-5573.
What impact does CVE-2017-5573 have on Citrix XenServer?
CVE-2017-5573 allows an attacker to cancel tasks initiated by other administrators, potentially disrupting operations.