CVE-2017-16608

Name: CVE-2017-16608
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-01-23T01:29:01.257+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.31%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-16608 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Netgain Enterprise Manager. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. EPSS estimates a 4.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Netgain Enterprise Manager. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within exec.jsp. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the current user. Was ZDI-CAN-4749.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.31%

89.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Netgain-Systems	Enterprise Manager	< 7.2.766

References

https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2018-02Third Party Advisory
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-950Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2018-02Third Party Advisory
https://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-17-950Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-16608?

How severe is CVE-2017-16608?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16608 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16608?

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