CVE-2017-16768

Name: CVE-2017-16768
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-12-27T17:29:00.323+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.99%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-16768 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in User Policy editor in Synology MailPlus Server before 1.4.0-0415 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary HTML via the name parameter.. EPSS estimates a 0.99% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in User Policy editor in Synology MailPlus Server before 1.4.0-0415 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary HTML via the name parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.99%

58.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Synology	Mailplus Server	< 1.4.0-0415

References

https://www.synology.com/en-global/support/security/Synology_SA_17_81Vendor Advisory
https://www.synology.com/en-global/support/security/Synology_SA_17_81Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 27, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-16768?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in User Policy editor in Synology MailPlus Server before 1.4.0-0415 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary HTML via the name parameter.

How severe is CVE-2017-16768?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16768 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16768?

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