How severe is CVE-2017-1205?

CVE-2017-1205 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, 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-2017-1205 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-1205?

CVE-2017-1205 primarily affects Ibm Spectrum Lsf. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1205?

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-2017-1205 published?

CVE-2017-1205 was published on 2017-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-1205

CVE-2017-1205 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Spectrum Lsf with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
CVSS v2: 7.2
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (24th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ibm Spectrum Lsf
Published: 2017-04-14
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

IBM Platform LSF 10.1 contains an unspecified vulnerability that could allow a local user to escalate their privileges and obtain root access. IBM X-Force ID: 123741.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-1205?: IBM Platform LSF 10.1 contains an unspecified vulnerability that could allow a local user to escalate their privileges and obtain root access. IBM X-Force ID: 123741.
How severe is CVE-2017-1205?: CVE-2017-1205 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, 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-2017-1205 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-1205?: CVE-2017-1205 primarily affects Ibm Spectrum Lsf. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-1205?: 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-2017-1205 published?: CVE-2017-1205 was published on 2017-04-14 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:spectrum_lsf:8.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:spectrum_lsf:9.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:spectrum_lsf:9.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:spectrum_lsf:9.1.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:spectrum_lsf:10.1.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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