How severe is CVE-2017-18213?

CVE-2017-18213 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2017-18213 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-18213?

CVE-2017-18213 primarily affects Exponentcms Exponent Cms. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-18213?

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-2017-18213 published?

CVE-2017-18213 was published on 2018-03-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-18213

CVE-2017-18213 is a high-severity vulnerability in Exponentcms Exponent Cms with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
CVSS v2: 6.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (69th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Exponentcms Exponent Cms
Published: 2018-03-04
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

In Exponent CMS before 2.4.1 Patch #6, certain admin users can elevate their privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-18213?: In Exponent CMS before 2.4.1 Patch #6, certain admin users can elevate their privileges.
How severe is CVE-2017-18213?: CVE-2017-18213 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-18213 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-18213?: CVE-2017-18213 primarily affects Exponentcms Exponent Cms. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-18213?: 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-2017-18213 published?: CVE-2017-18213 was published on 2018-03-04 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:exponentcms:exponent_cms:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:exponentcms:exponent_cms:2.4.1:p1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:exponentcms:exponent_cms:2.4.1:p2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:exponentcms:exponent_cms:2.4.1:p3:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:exponentcms:exponent_cms:2.4.1:p4:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:exponentcms:exponent_cms:2.4.1:p5:*:*:*:*:*:*

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