CVE-2017-11717
CVE-2017-11717 is a high-severity vulnerability in Metinfo Project Metinfo with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-290.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (62nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-290
- Affected product: Metinfo Project Metinfo
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
MetInfo through 5.3.17 accepts the same CAPTCHA response for 120 seconds, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass intended challenge requirements by modifying the client-server data stream, as demonstrated by the login/findpass page.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-11717?
- MetInfo through 5.3.17 accepts the same CAPTCHA response for 120 seconds, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass intended challenge requirements by modifying the client-server data stream, as demonstrated by the login/findpass page.
- How severe is CVE-2017-11717?
- CVE-2017-11717 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2017-11717 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-11717?
- CVE-2017-11717 affects Metinfo Project Metinfo. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-11717?
- 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-2017-11717 published?
- CVE-2017-11717 was published on 2017-07-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:metinfo_project:metinfo:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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