CVE-2017-12542

Public Exploit

Description

A authentication bypass and execution of code vulnerability in HPE Integrated Lights-out 4 (iLO 4) version prior to 2.53 was found.

10.0

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 94.09% Top 5%

Vendor Advisory hpe.com

Affected: Hewlett Packard Enterprise Integrated Lights-out 4 (iLO 4)

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100467	vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039222	vdb entry third party advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44005/	exploit vdb entry third party advisory
https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=emr_na-hpesbhf03769en_us	vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-12542?: CVE-2017-12542 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-12542?: To fix CVE-2017-12542, 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-2017-12542 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2017-12542 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~94% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-12542?: CVE-2017-12542 affects Hewlett Packard Enterprise Integrated Lights-out 4 (iLO 4).

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