Task Cancellation Vulnerability in Citrix XenServer by Linux Foundation
CVE-2017-5573

4.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Citrix
Status
Xenserver
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 January 2017

What is CVE-2017-5573?

A vulnerability in Citrix XenServer allows an authenticated read-only administrator to cancel tasks initiated by other administrators. This behavior could disrupt administrative operations and compromise the management of the XenServer environment. Citrix has recommended appropriate access management measures to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability, underscoring the importance of fine-tuning user permissions.

References

https://support.citrix.com/article/CTX220112
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037716
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95796
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2017-5573 : Task Cancellation Vulnerability in Citrix XenServer by Linux Foundation