#VU8906 Improper access control in Oracle GlassFish Server


Published: 2017-10-20

Vulnerability identifier: #VU8906

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-10400

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Oracle GlassFish Server
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Oracle

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

The weakness exists due to a flaw in the Oracle GlassFish Server Administration 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

Oracle GlassFish Server: 3.1.2


External links
http://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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