CVE-2017-16744: Path Traversal

Published Aug 20, 2018
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Updated

A path traversal vulnerability in Tridium Niagara AX Versions 3.8 and prior and Niagara 4 systems Versions 4.4 and prior installed on Microsoft Windows Systems can be exploited by leveraging valid platform (administrator) credentials.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Tridium Niagara>=4.0<=4.4
Tridium Niagara Ax Framework<=3.8

Event History

Aug 20, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-16744?

The severity of CVE-2017-16744 is critical due to its ability to allow unauthorized access to sensitive files through path traversal.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-16744?

To fix CVE-2017-16744, upgrade Tridium Niagara AX to versions later than 3.8 or Niagara 4 to versions later than 4.4.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2017-16744?

CVE-2017-16744 affects Tridium Niagara AX versions 3.8 and prior, as well as Niagara 4 systems versions 4.4 and prior installed on Microsoft Windows.

4

What exploitation methods exist for CVE-2017-16744?

CVE-2017-16744 can be exploited by leveraging valid platform (administrator) credentials to perform path traversal attacks.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-16744?

Currently, the recommended response for CVE-2017-16744 is to apply the updates as there are no effective workarounds to mitigate the vulnerability.

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