CVE-2017-1161

Description

IBM API Connect 5.0.6.0 could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the system, caused by improper validation of URLs for the Developer Portal. By crafting a malicious URL, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands on the system with the privileges of the www-data user. IBM X-Force ID: 122956.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.38%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM Corporation API Connect
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22000316 vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97665 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1161?
CVE-2017-1161 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-1161?
To fix CVE-2017-1161, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-1161 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-1161 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-1161?
CVE-2017-1161 affects IBM Corporation API Connect.
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