What is the severity of CVE-2017-8971?

CVE-2017-8971 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for clickjacking attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8971?

To fix CVE-2017-8971, apply the latest security patch or update provided by HPE for Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 LR1.

What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-8971?

CVE-2017-8971 affects HPE Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 LR1.

Can CVE-2017-8971 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-8971 can potentially be exploited remotely via a clickjacking attack.

What is clickjacking in the context of CVE-2017-8971?

Clickjacking is a technique that tricks users into clicking on something different from what they perceive, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.

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CVE-2017-8971

medium

4.3

CWE

15/2/2018

16/9/2024

CVE-2017-8971: Input Validation

First published: Thu Feb 15 2018(Updated: )

A clickjacking vulnerability in HPE Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 LR1 was found.

Credit: security-alert@hpe.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
HP Matrix Operating Environment	=7.6-lr1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8971?
CVE-2017-8971 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for clickjacking attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8971?
To fix CVE-2017-8971, apply the latest security patch or update provided by HPE for Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 LR1.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-8971?
CVE-2017-8971 affects HPE Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 LR1.
Can CVE-2017-8971 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-8971 can potentially be exploited remotely via a clickjacking attack.
What is clickjacking in the context of CVE-2017-8971?
Clickjacking is a technique that tricks users into clicking on something different from what they perceive, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8971?
CVE-2017-8971 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for clickjacking attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8971?
To fix CVE-2017-8971, apply the latest security patch or update provided by HPE for Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 LR1.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-8971?
CVE-2017-8971 affects HPE Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 LR1.
Can CVE-2017-8971 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-8971 can potentially be exploited remotely via a clickjacking attack.
What is clickjacking in the context of CVE-2017-8971?
Clickjacking is a technique that tricks users into clicking on something different from what they perceive, potentially leading to unauthorized actions.