How severe is CVE-2017-8953?

CVE-2017-8953 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2017-8953 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-8953?

CVE-2017-8953 primarily affects Hp Loadrunner. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8953?

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

When was CVE-2017-8953 published?

CVE-2017-8953 was published on 2018-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-8953

CVE-2017-8953 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Hp Loadrunner with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.4)
CVSS v2: 3.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (52nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Hp Loadrunner
Published: 2018-02-15
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A Remote Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in HPE LoadRunner v12.53 and earlier and HPE Performance Center version v12.53 and earlier was found.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-8953?: A Remote Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in HPE LoadRunner v12.53 and earlier and HPE Performance Center version v12.53 and earlier was found.
How severe is CVE-2017-8953?: CVE-2017-8953 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-8953 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-8953?: CVE-2017-8953 primarily affects Hp Loadrunner. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8953?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2017-8953 published?: CVE-2017-8953 was published on 2018-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:hp:loadrunner:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:performance_center:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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