CVE-2017-12856

Name: CVE-2017-12856
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-08-29T15:29:00.83+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.80%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-12856 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in C.P.Sub 5.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the keyword parameter to index.php.. EPSS estimates a 0.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in C.P.Sub 5.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the keyword parameter to index.php.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.80%

52.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
C.P.Sub Project	C.P.Sub	5.2

References

https://github.com/cooltey/C.P.Sub/issues/2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/cooltey/C.P.Sub/issues/2Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 29, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-12856?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in C.P.Sub 5.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the keyword parameter to index.php.

How severe is CVE-2017-12856?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-12856 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-12856?

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-2017-12856?

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Source: NVD / NIST