Is CVE-2017-6327 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2017-6327 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2017-6327 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2017-6327 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-6327?

CVE-2017-6327 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2017-6327

Published: November 3, 2021

EPSS:76.82%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:98.9th

Official Description

Symantec Messaging Gateway contains an unspecified vulnerability which can allow for remote code execution. With the ability to perform remote code execution, an attacker may also desire to perform privilege escalating actions.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Symantec Messaging Gateway Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2021-11-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-05-03

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

Symantec Messaging Gateway has an unspecified vulnerability that allows for remote code execution, potentially leading to privilege escalation. This is a high-severity flaw with an EPSS score of 0.76818, indicating a high likelihood of exploitation, and it is confirmed to be exploited in the wild.

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild and is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. The unspecified nature of the flaw suggests broad remote exploitability.

Recommended Action

Organizations using Symantec Messaging Gateway should apply all available security updates to address this remote code execution vulnerability. Regularly review and harden network perimeter defenses.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-6327 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2017-6327 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.