CVE-2017-8119: Input Validation
First published: Wed Nov 22 2017(Updated: )
The UMA product with software V200R001 and V300R001 has a privilege elevation vulnerability due to insufficient validation or improper processing of parameters. An attacker could craft specific packets to exploit these vulnerabilities to gain elevated privileges.
Credit: psirt@huawei.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Huawei UMA Firmware | =v200r001 | |
| Huawei UMA Firmware | =v300r001 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8119?
CVE-2017-8119 is classified as a high severity privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8119?
To remediate CVE-2017-8119, upgrade Huawei UMA software to a version that contains security patches for this vulnerability.
What are the affected versions of Huawei UMA for CVE-2017-8119?
The affected versions of Huawei UMA for CVE-2017-8119 are V200R001 and V300R001.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-8119?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-8119 could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system.
Who is at risk from CVE-2017-8119?
Users and organizations utilizing affected versions of Huawei UMA are at risk from CVE-2017-8119.
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