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5.4

IBM Rational Publishing Engine may let logged-in users run code

CVE-2016-2914 · published 10 years ago
Summary

The Document Builder feature in IBM Rational Publishing Engine 2.0.1 (before ifix002) lets authenticated users upload files with unexpected extensions, which can lead to the system executing malicious code. This could allow an attacker with a valid account to take control of the server or disrupt operations. Apply the latest IBM fix (ifix002 or later) or restrict file uploads to approved types to protect your environment.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
ibm engineering_lifecycle_optimization_-_publishing 2.0.1
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:engineering_lifecycle_optimization_-_publishing:2.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the Document Builder in IBM Rational Publishing Engine (aka RPENG) 2.0.1 before ifix002 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by spec...
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the Document Builder in IBM Rational Publishing Engine (aka RPENG) 2.0.1 before ifix002 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by specifying an unexpected file extension.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.4 Medium
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-434Unrestricted File Upload
Timeline
Published8 Aug 2016
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2016-2914 · NVD
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