CVE-2023-42017

Name: CVE-2023-42017
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-12-22T16:15:07.767+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.07%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-42017 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Planning Analytics Local 2.0 could allow a remote attacker to upload arbitrary files, caused by the improper validation of file extensions. By sending a specially crafted HTTP request, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload a malicious script, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable system. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Planning Analytics Local 2.0 could allow a remote attacker to upload arbitrary files, caused by the improper validation of file extensions. By sending a specially crafted HTTP request, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload a malicious script, which could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable system. IBM X-Force ID: 265567.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

1.07%

60.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Planning Analytics	2.0

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/265567VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7096528Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/265567VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7096528Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 22, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-42017?

How severe is CVE-2023-42017?

CVE-2023-42017 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-42017?

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