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Overview
CVE-2017-2002 is a rejected CVE identifier that was never associated with any actual security vulnerability. This identifier was part of a block of CVE IDs that were reserved by IBM (as indicated by the ASSIGNER field) but ultimately not used during the 2017 allocation period. When CVE IDs are reserved but not used, they are typically marked as rejected with an explanation like this to prevent confusion and maintain the integrity of the CVE database.
Remediation
No remediation is required as this is not an actual vulnerability. Organizations should:
- Remove any references to this CVE ID from security documentation
- Update vulnerability management systems to ignore this identifier
- Use other valid CVE IDs for tracking actual vulnerabilities
References
No official references are available for this CVE ID as it was never assigned to an actual vulnerability. For information about the CVE program and how identifiers are assigned and managed, users can refer to:
- MITRE CVE website: https://cve.mitre.org/
- CVE Numbering Authorities (CNAs): https://www.cve.org/ProgramOrganization/CNAs
- IBM PSIRT (the listed assigner): https://www.ibm.com/security/secure-engineering/process.html
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade