CVE-2017-11503
UnknownEPSS 2.40%
Last modified
CVE-2017-11503 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PHPMailer 5.2.23 has XSS in the "From Email Address" and "To Email Address" fields of code_generator.php.. EPSS estimates a 2.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
PHPMailer 5.2.23 has XSS in the "From Email Address" and "To Email Address" fields of code_generator.php.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpmailer Project | Phpmailer | 5.2.23 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99293/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039026Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://cxsecurity.com/issue/WLB-2017060181Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143138/phpmailer-xss.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/PHPMailer/PHPMailer/releases/tag/v5.2.24Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99293/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039026Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://cxsecurity.com/issue/WLB-2017060181Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143138/phpmailer-xss.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-11503?
PHPMailer 5.2.23 has XSS in the "From Email Address" and "To Email Address" fields of code_generator.php.
How severe is CVE-2017-11503?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-11503 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11503?
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.
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