PatchTheCVECVE-2017-5571: Open redirect vulnerability in the lmadmin component in Flexera FlexNet Publisher (aka Flex License Manager) 1
CVE-2017-5571 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.1) affecting flexnet publisher. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Open redirect vulnerability in the lmadmin component in Flexera FlexNet Publisher (aka Flex License Manager) 11.14.1 and earlier, as used in Citrix License Server for Windows and the Citrix License Server VPX, allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via unspecified vectors.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.1 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.8% (top 22%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-601 |
| Published | 2017-03-03 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2017-5571?
flexnet publisher: upgrade to newer than 11.14.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-5571 being exploited?
CVE-2017-5571 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2017-5571 affect?
CVE-2017-5571 affects flexnet publisher. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.1). Open redirect vulnerability in the lmadmin component in Flexera FlexNet Publisher (aka Flex License Manager) 11.14.1 and earlier, as used in Citrix License Server for Windows and the Citrix License Server VPX, allows remote attackers to red
How urgent is CVE-2017-5571?
Priority 41/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
Software pages
Windows vulnerabilities · Citrix vulnerabilities
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