CVE-2017-1000038

Name: CVE-2017-1000038
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-17T13:18:17.173+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.06%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-1000038 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WordPress plugin Relevanssi version 3.5.7.1 is vulnerable to stored XSS resulting in attacker being able to execute JavaScript on the affected site. EPSS estimates a 1.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

WordPress plugin Relevanssi version 3.5.7.1 is vulnerable to stored XSS resulting in attacker being able to execute JavaScript on the affected site

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.06%

60.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Relevanssi	Relevanssi	3.5.7.1

References

https://security.dxw.com/advisories/stored-xss-in-relevanssi-could-allow-an-unauthenticated-attacker-to-do-almost-anything-an-admin-can-do/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://security.dxw.com/advisories/stored-xss-in-relevanssi-could-allow-an-unauthenticated-attacker-to-do-almost-anything-an-admin-can-do/Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 17, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-1000038?

WordPress plugin Relevanssi version 3.5.7.1 is vulnerable to stored XSS resulting in attacker being able to execute JavaScript on the affected site

How severe is CVE-2017-1000038?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-1000038 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1000038?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2017-1000038?

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Source: NVD / NIST