CVE-2017-15869

Name: CVE-2017-15869
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-01-18T14:29:00.303+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-15869 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in knowledgebase.php in LiveZilla before 7.0.8.9 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the search-for parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in knowledgebase.php in LiveZilla before 7.0.8.9 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the search-for parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.37%

68.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Livezilla	Livezilla	< 7.0.8.9

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541688/100/0/threadedExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.livezilla.net/changelog/en/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://www.pallas.com/advisories/cve-2017-15869-livezilla-xss-knowledgebaseExploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541688/100/0/threadedExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.livezilla.net/changelog/en/Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://www.pallas.com/advisories/cve-2017-15869-livezilla-xss-knowledgebaseExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 18, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-15869?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in knowledgebase.php in LiveZilla before 7.0.8.9 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the search-for parameter.

How severe is CVE-2017-15869?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15869 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15869?

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-2017-15869?

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Source: NVD / NIST