CVE-2017-16670: The project import functionality in SoapUI 5.3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code via a

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HIGH 7.8DOWNGRADE

CVE-2017-16670 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting soapui. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

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.

Why this priority

High severity

No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.8 (High)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	1.6% (top 24%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-94
Published	2018-02-19
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): MITRE · Vendor: smartbear

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2018-02-19 19:29 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 01:09 UTCUpdated Record last modified

smartbear soapui DOWNGRADE

Affected: 5.3.0

Fixed in: no fixed release known

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 5.3.0

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy soapui || rpm -q soapui || soapui --version

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE to a release before 5.3.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison soapui sudo apt install soapui=<VERSION_BEFORE_5.3.0> sudo apt-mark hold soapui

2. No fixed release: DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list soapui sudo dnf downgrade soapui-<VERSION_BEFORE_5.3.0> sudo dnf versionlock add soapui

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2017-16670?

soapui: downgrade or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2017-16670 being exploited?

CVE-2017-16670 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2017-16670 affect?

CVE-2017-16670 affects soapui. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). 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 urgent is CVE-2017-16670?

Priority 46/100. High severity

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