How severe is CVE-2017-2742?

CVE-2017-2742 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.

Is CVE-2017-2742 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-2742?

CVE-2017-2742 primarily affects Hp Web Jetadmin. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2742?

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-2017-2742 published?

CVE-2017-2742 was published on 2018-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-2742

CVE-2017-2742 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Web Jetadmin with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 7.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Web Jetadmin
Published: 2018-01-23
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A potential security vulnerability has been identified with HP Web Jetadmin before 10.4 SR2. This vulnerability could potentially be exploited to create a denial of service.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-2742?: A potential security vulnerability has been identified with HP Web Jetadmin before 10.4 SR2. This vulnerability could potentially be exploited to create a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2017-2742?: CVE-2017-2742 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-2742 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-2742?: CVE-2017-2742 primarily affects Hp Web Jetadmin. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2742?: 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-2017-2742 published?: CVE-2017-2742 was published on 2018-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:hp:web_jetadmin:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:web_jetadmin:10.4:sr1:*:*:*:*:*:*

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