CVE-2017-1741: Infoleak
First published: Wed Mar 14 2018(Updated: )
IBM WebSphere Application Server 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0 could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information caused by improper handling of Administrative Console panel fields. When exploited an attacker could read files on the file system. IBM X-Force ID: 134931.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =7.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =8.0 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =8.5 | |
| IBM WebSphere Application Server Feature Pack for Web Services | =9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-1741?
CVE-2017-1741 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1741?
To fix CVE-2017-1741, upgrade your IBM WebSphere Application Server to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2017-1741?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2017-1741 could potentially read sensitive files on the file system.
Which versions of IBM WebSphere Application Server are affected by CVE-2017-1741?
CVE-2017-1741 affects IBM WebSphere Application Server versions 7.0, 8.0, 8.5, and 9.0.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-1741?
Currently, the recommended approach for CVE-2017-1741 is to apply the latest security updates from IBM.
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