CVE-2017-1000486 Primetek Primefaces Remote Code Execution
Weak encryption in PrimeFaces allows attackers to achieve remote code execution, requiring developers to upgrade the library.
- Exploited in the wild
- Since 10 Jan 2022
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2017-1000486?
CVE-2017-1000486 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 3 Jan 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Primetek Primefaces 5.x is vulnerable to a weak encryption flaw resulting in remote code execution
Weakness: CWE-326
Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-1000486?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including org.primefaces:primefaces. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
org.primefaces:primefaces Maven | From 5.0 | 6.0 |
org.primefaces:primefaces Maven | From 5.0 | 6.0 |
Products include Primetek Primefaces.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1000486?
Upgrade org.primefaces:primefaces to 6.0 or later. US federal agencies must fix it by 10 Jul 2022.
Is CVE-2017-1000486 being exploited?
Yes. Attackers have exploited CVE-2017-1000486 in the wild since at least 10 Jan 2022.
Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module, 1 Exploit-DB entry, 1 Nuclei template and 8 proofs of concept on GitHub.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-j239-4gqg-5j54.