CVE-2017-8402
CVE-2017-8402 is a high-severity vulnerability in Pivotx 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-94.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.5
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (67th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-94
- Affected product: Pivotx
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
PivotX 2.3.11 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary PHP code via vectors involving an upload of a .htaccess file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-8402?
- PivotX 2.3.11 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary PHP code via vectors involving an upload of a .htaccess file.
- How severe is CVE-2017-8402?
- CVE-2017-8402 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-2017-8402 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-8402?
- CVE-2017-8402 affects Pivotx. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-8402?
- 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-2017-8402 published?
- CVE-2017-8402 was published on 2017-05-31 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:pivotx:pivotx:2.3.11:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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