How severe is CVE-2017-5230?

CVE-2017-5230 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-2017-5230 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-5230?

CVE-2017-5230 affects Rapid7 Nexpose. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-5230?

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-2017-5230 published?

CVE-2017-5230 was published on 2017-03-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-5230

CVE-2017-5230 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rapid7 Nexpose 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-798.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
CVSS v2: 6.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (71st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-798
Affected product: Rapid7 Nexpose
Published: 2017-03-02
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Java keystore in all versions and editions of Rapid7 Nexpose prior to 6.4.50 is encrypted with a static password of 'r@p1d7k3y5t0r3' which is not modifiable by the user. The keystore provides storage for saved scan credentials in an otherwise secure location on disk.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-5230?: The Java keystore in all versions and editions of Rapid7 Nexpose prior to 6.4.50 is encrypted with a static password of 'r@p1d7k3y5t0r3' which is not modifiable by the user. The keystore provides storage for saved scan credentials in an otherwise secure location on disk.
How severe is CVE-2017-5230?: CVE-2017-5230 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-2017-5230 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-5230?: CVE-2017-5230 affects Rapid7 Nexpose. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5230?: 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-2017-5230 published?: CVE-2017-5230 was published on 2017-03-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:rapid7:nexpose:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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