CVE-2017-12729

CVE-2017-12729 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Moxa Softcms Lab View with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. 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-89.

Key facts

Description

A SQL Injection issue was discovered in Moxa SoftCMS Live Viewer through 1.6. An improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability has been identified. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to access SoftCMS without knowing the user's password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-12729?
A SQL Injection issue was discovered in Moxa SoftCMS Live Viewer through 1.6. An improper neutralization of special elements used in an SQL command ('SQL Injection') vulnerability has been identified. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to access SoftCMS without knowing the user's password.
How severe is CVE-2017-12729?
CVE-2017-12729 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, 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 high.
Is CVE-2017-12729 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-12729?
CVE-2017-12729 affects Moxa Softcms Lab View. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12729?
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-2017-12729 published?
CVE-2017-12729 was published on 2018-01-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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