CVE-2017-3506
HighExploitedPublic exploitDifficult to exploit vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle WebLogic Server.
Published Apr 24, 2017 · Updated Apr 22, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2017-3506 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.4 v3.1) affecting WebLogic Server (Oracle).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since May 16, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.4
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
96%
Higher than 99.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Vulnerability in the Oracle WebLogic Server component of Oracle Fusion Middleware (subcomponent: Web Services). Supported versions that are affected are 10.3.6.0, 12.1.3.0, 12.2.1.0, 12.2.1.1 and 12.2.1.2. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise Oracle WebLogic Server. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all Oracle WebLogic Server accessible data as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle WebLogic Server accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.4 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N).
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Jun 3, 2024 | Jun 24, 2024 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | May 16, 2023 | Jun 24, 2024 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Jun 3, 2024 | Jun 24, 2024 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Jun 3, 2024 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
6 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| WebLogic ServerOracle | 10.3.6.0.0, 12.1.3.0.0, 12.2.1.0.0, 12.2.1.1.0, 12.2.1.2.0, >= 10.3.6.0 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Apr 24, 2017
Added to Industry KEV feed
May 16, 2023
Added to CISA KEV
Jun 3, 2024
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jun 3, 2024
Added to ENISA EUVD
Jun 3, 2024
Last updated
Apr 22, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')
References
- advisory97884
- advisory1038296
- patchhttp://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2017-3236618.html
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Vulnerability in the Oracle WebLogic Server component of Oracle Fusion Middleware (subcomponent: Web Services).
Affected: WebLogic Server (Oracle) versions 10.3.6.0.0, 12.1.3.0.0, 12.2.1.0.0, 12.2.1.1.0, 12.2.1.2.0, >= 10.3.6.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since May 16, 2023.
Yes. It was added on Jun 3, 2024 with a federal remediation due date of Jun 24, 2024.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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