CVE-2017-16748

Name: CVE-2017-16748
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-08-20T21:29:00.807+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.14%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-16748 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An attacker can log into the local Niagara platform (Niagara AX Framework Versions 3.8 and prior or Niagara 4 Framework Versions 4.4 and prior) using a disabled account name and a blank password, granting the attacker administrator access to the Niagara system.. EPSS estimates a 5.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An attacker can log into the local Niagara platform (Niagara AX Framework Versions 3.8 and prior or Niagara 4 Framework Versions 4.4 and prior) using a disabled account name and a blank password, granting the attacker administrator access to the Niagara system.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.14%

91.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Tridium	Niagara	<= 4.4
Tridium	Niagara Ax Framework	<= 3.8

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105101Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-191-03Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-19-022-01
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105101Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-191-03Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-19-022-01

Timeline

Published: Aug 20, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-16748?

How severe is CVE-2017-16748?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16748 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16748?

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