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

Published Jul 20, 2017
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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.

Other sources

A vulnerability has been identified in the management interface of Citrix NetScaler SD-WAN Enterprise and Standard Edition and Citrix CloudBridge Virtual WAN Edition that could result in an unauthenticated, remote attacker being able to execute arbitrary code as a root user. This vulnerability also affects XenMobile Server.

CISA

Affected Software

2 affected components
Citrix NetScaler SD-WAN<=9.1.2.26.561201
Citrix NetScaler SD-WAN Enterprise, CloudBridge Virtual WAN, and XenMobile Server

Event History

Jul 20, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:29 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 25, 2022
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Mar 1, 58274
Event
via NVD·01:38 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.

4

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.

5

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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