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CVE-2017-16666

HighPublished

Xplico before 1.2.1 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the name of an uploaded PCAP file. NOTE:...

Published: Jan 5, 2018
Updated: Aug 5, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Jan 4, 2018

Primary CVSS

9.0/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

76.7%

High · next 30 days

Percentile: 99.5%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Xplico before 1.2.1 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the name of an uploaded PCAP file. NOTE: this issue can be exploited without authentication by leveraging the user registration feature.

Sources

Xplico - Remote Code Execution (Metasploit)Exploit
Mehmet Ince · linux · Jan 4, 2018

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