CVE-2016-5711 Weak cryptography in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

NetApp Virtual Storage Console uses a non-unique certificate, enabling remote man-in-the-middle attacks that compromise communication security.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2016-5711?

CVE-2016-5711 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 7 Feb 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

NetApp Virtual Storage Console for VMware vSphere before 6.2.1 uses a non-unique certificate, which allows remote attackers to conduct man-in-the-middle attacks via unspecified vectors.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-5711?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Netapp Virtual Storage Console for Vmware Vsphere.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5711?

No fix has been published for CVE-2016-5711 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2016-5711 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2016-5711 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-7v72-5mmc-gv2p.

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