CVE-2017-8051
UnknownEPSS 16.48%
Last modified
CVE-2017-8051 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Tenable Appliance 3.5 - 4.4.0, and possibly prior versions, contains a flaw in the simpleupload.py script in the Web UI. Through the manipulation of the tns_appliance_session_user parameter, a remote attacker can inject arbitrary commands.. EPSS estimates a 16.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Tenable Appliance 3.5 - 4.4.0, and possibly prior versions, contains a flaw in the simpleupload.py script in the Web UI. Through the manipulation of the tns_appliance_session_user parameter, a remote attacker can inject arbitrary commands.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable | Appliance | 3.4.0 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 3.5.0 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 3.5.1 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 3.10.0 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 3.10.1 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 4.0.0 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 4.1.0 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 4.2.0 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 4.3.0 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 4.3.1 |
| Tenable | Appliance | 4.4.0 |
References
- http://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2017-07Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://vulndb.cyberriskanalytics.com/153135Permissions Required
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41892/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2017-07Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://vulndb.cyberriskanalytics.com/153135Permissions Required
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41892/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-8051?
Tenable Appliance 3.5 - 4.4.0, and possibly prior versions, contains a flaw in the simpleupload.py script in the Web UI. Through the manipulation of the tns_appliance_session_user parameter, a remote attacker can inject arbitrary commands.
How severe is CVE-2017-8051?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8051 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 16.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8051?
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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