CVE-2017-8303
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 24.18%
Last modified
CVE-2017-8303 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered on Accellion FTA devices before FTA_9_12_180. seos/1000/find.api allows Remote Code Execution with shell metacharacters in the method parameter.. EPSS estimates a 24.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered on Accellion FTA devices before FTA_9_12_180. seos/1000/find.api allows Remote Code Execution with shell metacharacters in the method parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Accellion | File Transfer Appliance | < 9_12_180 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/anonymous/32e2894fa29176f3f32cb2b2bb7c24cbExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://gist.github.com/anonymous/32e2894fa29176f3f32cb2b2bb7c24cbExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-8303?
An issue was discovered on Accellion FTA devices before FTA_9_12_180. seos/1000/find.api allows Remote Code Execution with shell metacharacters in the method parameter.
How severe is CVE-2017-8303?
CVE-2017-8303 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 24.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8303?
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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