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CVE-2017-6316: Citrix Multiple Products Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Thu Jul 20 2017(Updated: )

Citrix NetScaler SD-WAN devices through v9.1.2.26.561201 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary shell commands as root via a CGISESSID cookie. On CloudBridge (the former name of NetScaler SD-WAN) devices, the cookie name was CAKEPHP rather than CGISESSID.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Citrix SD-WAN<=9.1.2.26.561201
Citrix NetScaler SD-WAN

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-6316?

    CVE-2017-6316 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution as root.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-6316?

    To fix CVE-2017-6316, upgrade Citrix NetScaler SD-WAN devices to version 9.1.2.27 or later.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2017-6316?

    CVE-2017-6316 affects Citrix NetScaler SD-WAN devices running up to version 9.1.2.26.561201.

  • What attack vectors are associated with CVE-2017-6316?

    CVE-2017-6316 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary shell commands via a crafted CGISESSID cookie.

  • What impact does CVE-2017-6316 have on system security?

    CVE-2017-6316 can lead to unauthorized access and complete control over affected devices by an attacker.

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