CVE-2017-16597

Name: CVE-2017-16597
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-01-23T01:29:00.63+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 57.92%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-16597 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of NetGain Systems Enterprise Manager 7.2.730 build 1034. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 57.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of NetGain Systems Enterprise Manager 7.2.730 build 1034. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of WRQ requests. When parsing the Filename field, the process does not properly validate a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of Administrator. Was ZDI-CAN-5137.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

57.92%

99.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Netgain-Systems	Enterprise Manager	7.2.730

References

https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-962Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-962Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jan 23, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-16597?

How severe is CVE-2017-16597?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16597 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 57.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16597?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST