Vulnerability identifier: #VU9306

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-11883

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
ASP.NET Core MVC
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper handling of web requests by ASP.NET Core. A remote attacker can issue specially crafted requests to the .NET Core application and cause the application to crash.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability results in denial of service.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

ASP.NET Core MVC: 1.0.0 - 2.0

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-11883

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.