Vulnerability Description
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files on vulnerable installations of NetGain Systems Enterprise Manager 7.2.730 build 1034. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the org.apache.jsp.u.jsp.db.save_005fattrs_jsp servlet, which listens on TCP port 8081 by default. When parsing the id parameter, the process does not properly validate a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to overwrite any files accessible to the Administrator. Was ZDI-CAN-5196.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgain-Systems | Enterprise Manager | 7.2.730 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102512Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-970Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102512Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-970Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-16605?
CVE-2017-16605 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). This vulnerability allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files on vulnerable installations of NetGain Systems Enterprise Manager 7.2.730 build 1034. Although authentication is required to exp...
How severe is CVE-2017-16605?
CVE-2017-16605 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-16605?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netgain-Systems Enterprise Manager.