CVE-2017-1134

CVE-2017-1134 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Power Hardware Management Console with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

IBM Reliable Scalable Cluster Technology could allow a local user to escalate their privileges to gain root access. IBM Reference #: 1998459.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-1134?
IBM Reliable Scalable Cluster Technology could allow a local user to escalate their privileges to gain root access. IBM Reference #: 1998459.
How severe is CVE-2017-1134?
CVE-2017-1134 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-1134 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-1134?
CVE-2017-1134 primarily affects Ibm Power Hardware Management Console. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1134?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-1134 published?
CVE-2017-1134 was published on 2017-03-20 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

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