MEDIUM
CVE-2017-17675
CWE-532Published: May 19, 2021· Updated: Jul 9, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
BMC Remedy Mid Tier 9.1SP3 is affected by log hijacking. Remote logging can be accessed by unauthenticated users, allowing for an attacker to hijack the system logs. This data can include user names and HTTP data.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2017-17675 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
bmc1 product(s)
remedy mid-tier
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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NVD Detail
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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https://docs.bmc.com/docs/ars91/en/9-1-00-fixes-available-for-remedy-ar-system-security-vulnerabilities-800555806.htmlRelease Notes · Vendor Advisory
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https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Oct/52Mailing List · Third Party Advisory
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https://docs.bmc.com/docs/ars91/en/9-1-00-fixes-available-for-remedy-ar-system-security-vulnerabilities-800555806.htmlRelease Notes · Vendor Advisory
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https://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Oct/52Mailing List · Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2017-17675
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-532
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedMay 19, 2021
Related CVEs (CWE-532)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2017-17675 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.