CVE-2017-5201 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

NetApp Clustered Data ONTAP before versions 8.3.2P8 and 9.0 before P2 allows remote authenticated users to access sensitive cluster and tenant information. This vulnerability is distinct from CVE-2016-3064.

Understanding CVE-2017-5201

NetApp Clustered Data ONTAP vulnerability allowing authenticated remote users to obtain valuable information.

What is CVE-2017-5201?

NetApp Clustered Data ONTAP before 8.3.2P8 and 9.0 before P2 enables authenticated remote users to access critical cluster and tenant data through unspecified methods.

The Impact of CVE-2017-5201

Unauthorized access to sensitive information by authenticated remote users.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-5201

NetApp Clustered Data ONTAP vulnerability details.

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in NetApp Clustered Data ONTAP allows authenticated remote users to retrieve valuable cluster and tenant information through unspecified means.

Affected Systems and Versions

Versions before 8.3.2P8 and 9.0 before P2 are affected.

Exploitation Mechanism

Remote authenticated users can exploit the vulnerability to access critical information.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent CVE-2017-5201.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update NetApp Clustered Data ONTAP to version 8.3.2P8 or 9.0 P2.
Monitor and restrict access to sensitive information.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly review and update access controls.
Conduct security training for users to prevent unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by NetApp to address the vulnerability.