CVE-2017-8122: Input Validation
Published Nov 22, 2017
·Updated
The UMA product with software V200R001 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.
Affected Software
1 affected component
huawei UMA=v200r001
Event History
Nov 22, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8122?
CVE-2017-8122 has been classified with a high severity due to its potential to allow privilege elevation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-8122?
To fix CVE-2017-8122, update to the latest security patch from Huawei that addresses this vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2017-8122?
CVE-2017-8122 affects the Huawei UMA product running software version V200R001.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2017-8122 enable?
CVE-2017-8122 enables an attacker to exploit the vulnerability to gain elevated privileges.
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What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2017-8122?
CVE-2017-8122 is caused by insufficient validation or improper processing of parameters.