CVE-2015-5538

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Citrix NetScaler Application Delivery Controller (ADC) and NetScaler Gateway before 10.1 Build 132.8, 10.5 before Build…

published September 17, 2015

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Several unknown vulnerabilities lurk in Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway that could let attackers ride the privilege escalator straight to your sensitive data! 🔥 Think of these vulnerabilities like a hidden maintenance door in a fancy hotel that allows unauthorized guests to access the staff-only areas. If someone finds that door, they can walk right in and snoop around without a soul being the wiser! If exploited, these vulnerabilities could enable remote attackers to gain unauthorized privileges, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of your network. Imagine them accessing critical configurations or sensitive information without breaking a sweat!

Put simply

Think of these vulnerabilities like a hidden maintenance door in a fancy hotel that allows unauthorized guests to access the staff-only areas. If someone finds that door, they can walk right in and snoop around without a soul being the wiser! This set of unspecified vulnerabilities affects the Command Line Interface (CLI) and Web User Interface (UI) of Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway, allowing privilege escalation via unknown vectors. Essentially, it means an attacker might find a way to control parts of the system they shouldn't have access to.

What to do

If exploited, these vulnerabilities could enable remote attackers to gain unauthorized privileges, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of your network. Imagine them accessing critical configurations or sensitive information without breaking a sweat! To protect yourself, immediately update your Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway to the latest version, specifically 10.1 Build 132.8 or higher, 10.5 Build 57.7 or higher, and 10.5e Build 56.1505.e or higher. Regularly check for patches and security advisories from Citrix to stay ahead of any new issues. You've got this! By following these steps, you’ll be a step closer to securing your network like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03151 · 87.9th percentile
Published
2015-09-17T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 17 SEP 16:00Z
    Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Citrix NetScaler Application Delivery Controller (ADC) and NetScaler Gateway before 10.1 Build 132.8, 10.5 before Build…
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