CVE-2017-1998:CVE-2017-1998 is an unassigned CVE identifier that should not be used.

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This CVE identifier (CVE-2017-1998) was part of a CNA (CVE Numbering Authority) pool that was not assigned to any actual security vulnerabilities during 2017. It has been officially rejected and should not be referenced in security documentation or vulnerability management systems.

Overview

CVE-2017-1998 is a rejected CVE identifier that was never assigned to any legitimate security vulnerability. This identifier was part of a block of CVE numbers reserved for potential use by IBM (as indicated by the ASSIGNER field) but was ultimately not utilized during the 2017 calendar year. Using this identifier to track or reference vulnerabilities would be inappropriate and could lead to confusion in vulnerability management processes.

Remediation

No remediation is necessary as this is not an actual vulnerability. If you encounter this CVE ID in your vulnerability management system or security documentation, you should remove references to it, as it does not correspond to any legitimate security issue.

References

No official references are available 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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