CVE-2017-16605

Name: CVE-2017-16605
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-01-23T01:29:01.07+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.48%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-16605 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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. EPSS estimates a 2.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

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.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.48%

82.6th 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

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102512Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-970Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102512Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-970Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-16605?

How severe is CVE-2017-16605?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16605 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16605?

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