CVE-2017-15914

Name: CVE-2017-15914
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-02-08T23:29:01.03+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.94%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-15914 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Incorrect implementation of access controls allows remote users to override repository restrictions in Borg servers 1.1.x before 1.1.3.. EPSS estimates a 1.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Incorrect implementation of access controls allows remote users to override repository restrictions in Borg servers 1.1.x before 1.1.3.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.94%

77.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Borgbackup	Borg	>= 1.1.0, < 1.1.3

References

http://borgbackup.readthedocs.io/en/stable/changes.html#version-1-1-3-2017-11-27Vendor Advisory
http://borgbackup.readthedocs.io/en/stable/changes.html#version-1-1-3-2017-11-27Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 8, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-15914?

Incorrect implementation of access controls allows remote users to override repository restrictions in Borg servers 1.1.x before 1.1.3.

How severe is CVE-2017-15914?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15914 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15914?

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-2017-15914?

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Source: NVD / NIST