CVE-2017-5571
CWE-601Published: March 3, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Open redirect vulnerability in the lmadmin component in Flexera FlexNet Publisher (aka Flex License Manager) 11.14.1 and earlier, as used in Citrix License Server for Windows and the Citrix License Server VPX, allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via unspecified vectors.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2017-5571 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.
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Quick Facts
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2017-5571 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts