How severe is CVE-2017-15519?

CVE-2017-15519 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2017-15519 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-15519?

CVE-2017-15519 affects Netapp Snapcenter Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15519?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2017-15519 published?

CVE-2017-15519 was published on 2018-03-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-15519

CVE-2017-15519 is a high-severity vulnerability in Netapp Snapcenter Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
CVSS v2: 6.4
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (65th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Netapp Snapcenter Server
Published: 2018-03-06
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Versions of SnapCenter 2.0 through 3.0.1 allow unauthenticated remote attackers to view and modify backup related data via the Plug-in for NAS File Services. All users are urged to move to version 3.0.1 and perform the mitigation steps or upgrade to 4.0 following the product documentation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-15519?: Versions of SnapCenter 2.0 through 3.0.1 allow unauthenticated remote attackers to view and modify backup related data via the Plug-in for NAS File Services. All users are urged to move to version 3.0.1 and perform the mitigation steps or upgrade to 4.0 following the product documentation.
How severe is CVE-2017-15519?: CVE-2017-15519 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-15519 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (65th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-15519?: CVE-2017-15519 affects Netapp Snapcenter Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15519?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-15519 published?: CVE-2017-15519 was published on 2018-03-06 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180306-0001/

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:netapp:snapcenter_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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