CVE-2017-7647: High severity SolarWinds Log \& Event Manager vulnerability

Published Apr 10, 2017
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Updated

SolarWinds Log & Event Manager (LEM) before 6.3.1 Hotfix 4 allows an authenticated user to execute arbitrary commands.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SolarWinds Log \& Event Manager<=6.3.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade SolarWinds Log & Event Manager (LEM) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 6.3.1 Hotfix 4

Event History

Apr 10, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-7647?

CVE-2017-7647 has a medium severity rating, as it allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-7647?

To fix CVE-2017-7647, you should upgrade SolarWinds Log & Event Manager to version 6.3.1 Hotfix 4 or later.

3

What impact does CVE-2017-7647 have on my system?

CVE-2017-7647 could allow authenticated users to gain elevated privileges and execute commands that may compromise the system.

4

Is my version of SolarWinds Log & Event Manager vulnerable to CVE-2017-7647?

Any version prior to SolarWinds Log & Event Manager 6.3.1 Hotfix 4 is vulnerable to CVE-2017-7647.

5

Who is affected by CVE-2017-7647?

CVE-2017-7647 affects users of SolarWinds Log & Event Manager versions up to 6.3.1 without Hotfix 4.

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