CVE-2017-8051: OS Command Injection
First published: Fri Apr 21 2017(Updated: )
Tenable Appliance 3.5 - 4.4.0, and possibly prior versions, contains a flaw in the simpleupload.py script in the Web UI. Through the manipulation of the tns_appliance_session_user parameter, a remote attacker can inject arbitrary commands.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable Appliance | =3.4.0 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =3.5.0 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =3.5.1 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =3.10.0 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =3.10.1 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =4.0.0 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =4.1.0 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =4.2.0 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =4.3.0 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =4.3.1 | |
| Tenable Appliance | =4.4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8051?
CVE-2017-8051 has a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8051?
To fix CVE-2017-8051, upgrade to Tenable Appliance version 4.4.0 or later.
Is CVE-2017-8051 easy to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2017-8051 can be easily exploited due to improper validation in the simpleupload.py script.
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-8051?
CVE-2017-8051 affects Tenable Appliance versions 3.4.0 through 4.4.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2017-8051 enable?
CVE-2017-8051 enables remote attackers to inject arbitrary commands into the system.
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