What is the severity of CVE-2017-6688?

CVE-2017-6688 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to gain root access.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6688?

To fix CVE-2017-6688, update your Cisco Elastic Services Controller to a version that does not use the insecure default password.

What systems are affected by CVE-2017-6688?

CVE-2017-6688 specifically affects Cisco Elastic Services Controller version 2.2(9.76).

Can CVE-2017-6688 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-6688 can be exploited remotely by an authenticated attacker.

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2017-6688?

CVE-2017-6688 is an Insecure Default Password Vulnerability that allows unauthorized root access.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2017-6688

critical

CWE

1188

13/6/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-6688

First published: Tue Jun 13 2017(Updated: )

A vulnerability in Cisco Elastic Services Controllers could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to log in to an affected system as the Linux root user, aka an Insecure Default Password Vulnerability. More Information: CSCvc76631. Known Affected Releases: 2.2(9.76).

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Cisco Elastic Services Controller	=2.2\(9.76\)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6688?
CVE-2017-6688 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6688?
To fix CVE-2017-6688, update your Cisco Elastic Services Controller to a version that does not use the insecure default password.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-6688?
CVE-2017-6688 specifically affects Cisco Elastic Services Controller version 2.2(9.76).
Can CVE-2017-6688 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6688 can be exploited remotely by an authenticated attacker.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2017-6688?
CVE-2017-6688 is an Insecure Default Password Vulnerability that allows unauthorized root access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6688?
CVE-2017-6688 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6688?
To fix CVE-2017-6688, update your Cisco Elastic Services Controller to a version that does not use the insecure default password.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-6688?
CVE-2017-6688 specifically affects Cisco Elastic Services Controller version 2.2(9.76).
Can CVE-2017-6688 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6688 can be exploited remotely by an authenticated attacker.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2017-6688?
CVE-2017-6688 is an Insecure Default Password Vulnerability that allows unauthorized root access.