MEDIUM
CVE-2017-3896
CWE-20Published: February 13, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.9
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Unvalidated parameter vulnerability in the remote log viewing capability in Intel Security McAfee Agent 5.0.x versions prior to 5.0.4.449 allows remote attackers to pass unexpected input parameters via a URL that was not completely validated.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2017-3896 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.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 5.9.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Vendors & Products
mcafee1 product(s)
mcafee agent
Source: NVD CPE · 5 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 (6)
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95903Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95903Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2017-3896
CVSS Score5.9 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-20
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedFeb 13, 2017
Related CVEs (CWE-20)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2017-3896 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.