CVE-2017-5234: High severity Rapid7 Insight Collector vulnerability
Rapid7 Insight Collector installers prior to version 1.0.16 contain a DLL preloading vulnerability, wherein it is possible for the installer to load a malicious DLL located in the current working directory of the installer.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Rapid7 Insight Collectorto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.0.16
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5234?
CVE-2017-5234 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5234?
To remediate CVE-2017-5234, you should upgrade to Rapid7 Insight Collector version 1.0.16 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-5234?
CVE-2017-5234 affects Rapid7 Insight Collector versions prior to 1.0.16.
What is DLL preloading vulnerability in CVE-2017-5234?
The DLL preloading vulnerability in CVE-2017-5234 allows an installer to load a malicious DLL from its current working directory.
Can CVE-2017-5234 be exploited by an attacker?
Yes, an attacker could exploit CVE-2017-5234 to execute arbitrary code by placing a malicious DLL in the installer’s directory.