CVE-2017-1787
MEDIUMCVSS 4.4/10EPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2017-1787 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.4/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Publishing Engine 2.1.2 and 6.0.5 contains an undisclosed vulnerability that could allow a local user with administrative privileges to obtain hard coded user credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 137022.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Publishing Engine 2.1.2 and 6.0.5 contains an undisclosed vulnerability that could allow a local user with administrative privileges to obtain hard coded user credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 137022.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/A:N/AC:L/AV:L/C:H/I:N/PR:H/S:U/UI:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Engineering Lifecycle Optimization - Publishing | 2.1.2 |
| Ibm | Engineering Lifecycle Optimization - Publishing | 6.0.5 |
References
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22013961Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103252Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/137022VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22013961Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103252Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/137022VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-1787?
IBM Publishing Engine 2.1.2 and 6.0.5 contains an undisclosed vulnerability that could allow a local user with administrative privileges to obtain hard coded user credentials. IBM X-Force ID: 137022.
How severe is CVE-2017-1787?
CVE-2017-1787 has a CVSS score of 4.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1787?
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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