CVE-2017-5933: Infoleak

Published Feb 8, 2017
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Updated

Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway 10.5 before Build 65.11, 11.0 before Build 69.12/69.123, and 11.1 before Build 51.21 randomly generates GCM nonces, which makes it marginally easier for remote attackers to obtain the GCM authentication key and spoof data by leveraging a reused nonce in a session and a "forbidden attack," a similar issue to CVE-2016-0270.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Citrix Netscaler Application Delivery Controller Firmware<=10.5.65.11
Citrix Netscaler Application Delivery Controller Firmware<=11.0.69.12
Citrix Netscaler Application Delivery Controller Firmware<=11.1.51.21

Event History

Feb 8, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-5933?

CVE-2017-5933 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on GCM nonce management.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-5933?

To fix CVE-2017-5933, upgrade Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway to versions that include patches for this vulnerability.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2017-5933?

CVE-2017-5933 affects Citrix NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway versions 10.5 before Build 65.11, 11.0 before Build 69.12/69.123, and 11.1 before Build 51.21.

4

What impact does CVE-2017-5933 have?

CVE-2017-5933 may allow remote attackers to obtain GCM authentication keys and spoof data due to nonce reuse.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-5933?

There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2017-5933; applying the recommended updates is the best mitigation strategy.

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