CVE-2017-1161
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CVE-2017-1161 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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. EPSS estimates a 1.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Api Connect | 5.0.6.0 |
References
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22000316Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97665Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22000316Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97665Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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