Security restrictions bypass in Oracle iPlanet Web Server



| Updated: 2017-10-20
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2017-10055
CWE-ID CWE-284
Exploitation vector Network
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
Other
Vendor

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU8908

Risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-10055

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to access potentially sensitive information.

The weakness exists due to a flaw in the Oracle iPlanet Web Server Admin Graphical User Interface component. A remote attacker can partially read and modify arbitrary files on the target system.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

: 7.0

CPE2.3 External links

https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2017-3236626.html


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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