CVE-2017-9279: NetIQ Identity Manager allowed uploading of user icons with incorrect types or extensions

Published Mar 2, 2018
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Updated

NetIQ Identity Manager before 4.5.6.1 allowed uploading files with double extensions or non-image content in the Themes handling of the User Application Administration, allowing malicious user administrators to potentially execute code or mislead users.

Affected Software

1 affected component
NetIQ Identity Manager<4.5.6.1

Event History

Mar 2, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-9279?

CVE-2017-9279 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-9279?

To mitigate CVE-2017-9279, upgrade your NetIQ Identity Manager to version 4.5.6.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2017-9279?

CVE-2017-9279 affects installations of NetIQ Identity Manager versions prior to 4.5.6.1.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2017-9279?

The impact of CVE-2017-9279 includes the possibility of executing malicious code and misleading users through compromised themes.

5

What types of files can be uploaded due to CVE-2017-9279?

CVE-2017-9279 allows the upload of files with double extensions or non-image content.

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