CVE-2017-1714 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2017-1714, a vulnerability in IBM Notes and Domino NSD 8.5 and 9.0 allowing local users to gain unauthorized system privileges. Find out about affected versions and mitigation steps.
IBM Notes and Domino NSD 8.5 and 9.0 could allow an authenticated local user without administrative privileges to gain System privilege. This vulnerability was identified by IBM X-Force with the ID 134633.
Understanding CVE-2017-1714
An overview of the security vulnerability affecting IBM Notes and Domino NSD versions 8.5 and 9.0.
What is CVE-2017-1714?
CVE-2017-1714 is a vulnerability that could potentially allow an authenticated local user lacking administrative privileges to obtain System privilege in IBM Notes and Domino NSD 8.5 and 9.0.
The Impact of CVE-2017-1714
The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and potential misuse of system privileges by an authenticated local user without administrative rights.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-1714
Insights into the technical aspects of the CVE-2017-1714 vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
An authenticated local user without administrative privileges could exploit this vulnerability to gain System privilege in IBM Notes and Domino NSD 8.5 and 9.0.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Client Application Access
- Vendor: IBM
- Versions Affected: 1.0.0.1, 1.0.1.1, 1.0.1.2
- Product: Notes
- Vendor: IBM
- Versions Affected: 8.5.3.6, 8.5.1.5, 8.5.2.4, 9.0, 9.0.1.9
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by an authenticated local user with limited privileges to escalate and gain unauthorized System privilege.
Mitigation and Prevention
Measures to mitigate and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2017-1714.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by IBM promptly.
- Restrict access rights for local users to minimize the risk of privilege escalation.
- Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Implement the principle of least privilege to restrict user access rights.
- Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that all affected systems are updated with the latest security patches to remediate the CVE-2017-1714 vulnerability.