CVE-2017-1954:CVE-2017-1954 is an unassigned CVE identifier that should not be used.

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This CVE ID was part of a pool allocated to a CNA (CVE Numbering Authority) but was never assigned to any actual vulnerability during 2017. The entry has been officially rejected and marked as "DO NOT USE" by MITRE.

Overview

CVE-2017-1954 is not associated with any actual security vulnerability. It was part of a block of CVE IDs reserved for IBM (as indicated by the assigner "psirt@us.ibm.com") but was never used to document a real vulnerability. When CVE IDs are pre-allocated to organizations but remain unused by the end of the allocation period, they are typically marked as rejected with this type of notice to prevent confusion and maintain the integrity of the CVE database.

Remediation

No remediation is required as this is not an actual vulnerability. If you are referencing this CVE ID in any security documentation, vulnerability management system, or other security context, it should be removed as it does not represent a real vulnerability.

References

There are no official references for this CVE ID as it was never assigned to an actual vulnerability. The only authoritative information is the rejection notice in the CVE description field indicating that this identifier should not be used.

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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