CVE-2017-15728

Name: CVE-2017-15728
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-10-22T18:29:00.34+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.61%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-15728 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In phpMyFAQ before 2.9.9, there is Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) via metaDescription or metaKeywords.. EPSS estimates a 0.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In phpMyFAQ before 2.9.9, there is Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) via metaDescription or metaKeywords.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.61%

44.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Phpmyfaq	Phpmyfaq	<= 2.9.8

References

https://github.com/thorsten/phpMyFAQ/commit/2d2a85b59e058869d7cbcfe2d73fed4a282f2e5bThird Party Advisory
https://github.com/thorsten/phpMyFAQ/commit/2d2a85b59e058869d7cbcfe2d73fed4a282f2e5bThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 22, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-15728?

In phpMyFAQ before 2.9.9, there is Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) via metaDescription or metaKeywords.

How severe is CVE-2017-15728?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15728 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15728?

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-2017-15728?

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Source: NVD / NIST