CVE-2017-5798 : Security Advisory and Response

A security flaw, known as a Remote Code Execution vulnerability, has been discovered in HPE OpenCall Media Platform (OCMP) affecting versions older than 3.4.2 RP201 (for OCMP 3.x) and all versions older than 4.4.7 RP702 (for OCMP 4.x).

Understanding CVE-2017-5798

This CVE involves a Remote Code Execution vulnerability in HPE OpenCall Media Platform (OCMP).

What is CVE-2017-5798?

CVE-2017-5798 is a Remote Code Execution vulnerability found in HPE OpenCall Media Platform (OCMP) versions prior to 3.4.2 RP201 (for OCMP 3.x) and all versions prior to 4.4.7 RP702 (for OCMP 4.x).

The Impact of CVE-2017-5798

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely on systems running the affected versions of HPE OpenCall Media Platform (OCMP).

Technical Details of CVE-2017-5798

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability is classified as Remote Code Execution, enabling unauthorized remote code execution on vulnerable systems.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: OpenCall Media Platform (OCMP)
Vendor: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Affected Versions:
OCMP 3.x: prior to 3.4.2 RP201
OCMP 4.x: all versions prior to 4.4.7 RP702

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute malicious code on systems running the vulnerable versions of OCMP.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-5798 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update OCMP to version 3.4.2 RP201 for OCMP 3.x or version 4.4.7 RP702 for OCMP 4.x to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement network security measures to restrict unauthorized access to vulnerable systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor security advisories from HPE and apply patches promptly.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Hewlett Packard Enterprise for OCMP to address known vulnerabilities.