CVE-2017-9736: OS Command Injection

Published Jun 17, 2017
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Updated

SPIP 3.1.x before 3.1.6 and 3.2.x before Beta 3 does not remove shell metacharacters from the host field, allowing a remote attacker to cause remote code execution.

Affected Software

14 affected components
Spip SPIP=3.1.0
Spip SPIP=3.1.0-alpha
Spip SPIP=3.1.0-beta
Spip SPIP=3.1.0-rc
Spip SPIP=3.1.0-rc2
Spip SPIP=3.1.0-rc3
Spip SPIP=3.1.1
Spip SPIP=3.1.2
Spip SPIP=3.1.3
Spip SPIP=3.1.4
Spip SPIP=3.1.5
Spip SPIP=3.2-alpha-1
Spip SPIP=3.2.0-beta
Spip SPIP=3.2.0-beta2

Event History

Jun 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-9736?

CVE-2017-9736 has been classified as a critical vulnerability as it allows remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-9736?

To fix CVE-2017-9736, upgrade your SPIP installation to version 3.1.6 or 3.2 Beta 3 or later.

3

Which versions of SPIP are affected by CVE-2017-9736?

CVE-2017-9736 affects SPIP versions 3.1.x before 3.1.6 and 3.2.x before Beta 3.

4

What type of attack can be executed due to CVE-2017-9736?

CVE-2017-9736 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable SPIP installations.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2017-9736?

Yes, a patch is included in SPIP versions 3.1.6 and 3.2 Beta 3 to mitigate CVE-2017-9736.

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