CVE-2017-15720
CVE-2017-15720 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Airflow with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-20.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-20
- Affected product: Apache Airflow
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
In Apache Airflow 1.8.2 and earlier, an authenticated user can execute code remotely on the Airflow webserver by creating a special object.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-15720?
- In Apache Airflow 1.8.2 and earlier, an authenticated user can execute code remotely on the Airflow webserver by creating a special object.
- How severe is CVE-2017-15720?
- CVE-2017-15720 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-15720 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-15720?
- CVE-2017-15720 affects Apache Airflow. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-15720?
- 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-2017-15720 published?
- CVE-2017-15720 was published on 2019-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:apache:airflow:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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