CVE-2017-8893

CVE-2017-8893 is a high-severity vulnerability in Aeroadmin 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

AeroAdmin 4.1 uses a function to copy data between two pointers where the size of the data copied is taken directly from a network packet. This can cause a buffer overflow and denial of service.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-8893?
AeroAdmin 4.1 uses a function to copy data between two pointers where the size of the data copied is taken directly from a network packet. This can cause a buffer overflow and denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2017-8893?
CVE-2017-8893 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-2017-8893 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-8893?
CVE-2017-8893 affects Aeroadmin. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8893?
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-2017-8893 published?
CVE-2017-8893 was published on 2017-07-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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