CVE-2017-16670
CVE-2017-16670 is a high-severity vulnerability in Smartbear Soapui 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (75th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-94
- Affected product: Smartbear Soapui
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The project import functionality in SoapUI 5.3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code via a crafted request parameter in a WSDL project file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-16670?
- The project import functionality in SoapUI 5.3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code via a crafted request parameter in a WSDL project file.
- How severe is CVE-2017-16670?
- CVE-2017-16670 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-16670 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-16670?
- CVE-2017-16670 affects Smartbear Soapui. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-16670?
- 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-2017-16670 published?
- CVE-2017-16670 was published on 2018-02-19 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:smartbear:soapui:5.3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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