CVE-2017-12439

Name: CVE-2017-12439
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-08-05T15:29:00.227+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.64%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-12439 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. SocuSoft Flash Slideshow Maker Professional through v5.20, when the advanced configuration is used, has an xml_path HTTP parameter that trusts user-supplied input, in conjunction with an unsafe XML configuration file. This has resultant content forgery, cross site scripting, and unvalidated redirection issues.. EPSS estimates a 0.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

SocuSoft Flash Slideshow Maker Professional through v5.20, when the advanced configuration is used, has an xml_path HTTP parameter that trusts user-supplied input, in conjunction with an unsafe XML configuration file. This has resultant content forgery, cross site scripting, and unvalidated redirection issues.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.64%

46.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-352

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Socusoft	Flash Slideshow Maker	<= 5.20

References

https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143542/Flash-Slideshow-Maker-Professional-XSS-Content-Forgery-Redirect.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143542/Flash-Slideshow-Maker-Professional-XSS-Content-Forgery-Redirect.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Aug 5, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-12439?

How severe is CVE-2017-12439?

CVE-2017-12439 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-12439?

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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Source: NVD / NIST