How severe is CVE-2017-6020?

CVE-2017-6020 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2017-6020 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-6020?

CVE-2017-6020 affects Lcds Laquis Scada. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6020?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2017-6020 published?

CVE-2017-6020 was published on 2018-04-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-6020

CVE-2017-6020 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Lcds Laquis Scada with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3. 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-22.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.3)
CVSS v2: 4.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 9% (95th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-22
Affected product: Lcds Laquis Scada
Published: 2018-04-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Leao Consultoria e Desenvolvimento de Sistemas (LCDS) LTDA ME LAquis SCADA software versions prior to version 4.1.0.3237 do not neutralize external input to ensure that users are not calling for absolute path sequences outside of their privilege level.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-6020?: Leao Consultoria e Desenvolvimento de Sistemas (LCDS) LTDA ME LAquis SCADA software versions prior to version 4.1.0.3237 do not neutralize external input to ensure that users are not calling for absolute path sequences outside of their privilege level.
How severe is CVE-2017-6020?: CVE-2017-6020 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-6020 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-6020?: CVE-2017-6020 affects Lcds Laquis Scada. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6020?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2017-6020 published?: CVE-2017-6020 was published on 2018-04-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:lcds:laquis_scada:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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