CVE-2017-8115
CVE-2017-8115 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Modx Modx Revolution 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: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Modx Modx Revolution
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Directory traversal in setup/processors/url_search.php (aka the search page of an unused processor) in MODX Revolution 2.5.7 might allow remote attackers to obtain system directory information.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-8115?
- Directory traversal in setup/processors/url_search.php (aka the search page of an unused processor) in MODX Revolution 2.5.7 might allow remote attackers to obtain system directory information.
- How severe is CVE-2017-8115?
- CVE-2017-8115 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-2017-8115 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-8115?
- CVE-2017-8115 affects Modx Modx Revolution. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-8115?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2017-8115 published?
- CVE-2017-8115 was published on 2017-04-25 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:modx:modx_revolution:2.5.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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