CVE-2017-8968 : Security Advisory and Response

A security flaw has been identified in HPE RESTful Interface Tool versions 1.5 and 2.0 that allows unauthorized execution of arbitrary code. This vulnerability has been fixed in iLOREST v2.1 or later versions.

Understanding CVE-2017-8968

A remote code execution vulnerability affecting HPE RESTful Interface Tool versions 1.5 and 2.0.

What is CVE-2017-8968?

CVE-2017-8968 is a security flaw in HPE RESTful Interface Tool versions 1.5 and 2.0 that permits unauthorized execution of arbitrary code.

The Impact of CVE-2017-8968

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute code without authorization, potentially leading to system compromise and data breaches.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-8968

Affecting HPE RESTful Interface Tool versions 1.5 and 2.0.

Vulnerability Description

Security flaw in HPE RESTful Interface Tool versions 1.5 and 2.0
Unauthorized execution of arbitrary code

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: HPE RESTful Interface Tool
Vendor: Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Versions: v1.5, v2.0

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability to execute code without authorization.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent the CVE-2017-8968 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update to iLOREST v2.1 or later versions to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor for any unauthorized code execution on affected systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and firmware to patch known vulnerabilities.
Implement network segmentation and access controls to limit unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by Hewlett Packard Enterprise to secure systems against CVE-2017-8968.