CVE-2017-9097

CVE-2017-9097 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Hoytech Antiweb with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1. 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-22.

Key facts

Description

In Anti-Web through 3.8.7, as used on NetBiter FGW200 devices through 3.21.2, WS100 devices through 3.30.5, EC150 devices through 1.40.0, WS200 devices through 3.30.4, EC250 devices through 1.40.0, and other products, an LFI vulnerability allows a remote attacker to read or modify files through a path traversal technique, as demonstrated by reading the password file, or using the template parameter to cgi-bin/write.cgi to write to an arbitrary file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-9097?
In Anti-Web through 3.8.7, as used on NetBiter FGW200 devices through 3.21.2, WS100 devices through 3.30.5, EC150 devices through 1.40.0, WS200 devices through 3.30.4, EC250 devices through 1.40.0, and other products, an LFI vulnerability allows a remote attacker to read or modify files through a path traversal technique, as demonstrated by reading the password file, or using the template parameter to cgi-bin/write.cgi to write to an arbitrary file.
How severe is CVE-2017-9097?
CVE-2017-9097 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-9097 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-9097?
CVE-2017-9097 primarily affects Hoytech Antiweb. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9097?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-9097 published?
CVE-2017-9097 was published on 2017-06-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (11)

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