CVE-2017-17717

Name: CVE-2017-17717
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-12-17T17:29:00.287+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.71%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-17717 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager through 2.14.5 has weak password encryption with a hardcoded CMMDwoV value in the LDAP integration feature.. EPSS estimates a 0.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager through 2.14.5 has weak password encryption with a hardcoded CMMDwoV value in the LDAP integration feature.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.71%

48.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-327

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sonatype	Nexus Repository Manager	<= 2.14.5

References

http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/12/17/3Issue Tracking, Mailing List, Release Notes
http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/12/17/3Issue Tracking, Mailing List, Release Notes

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-17717?

Sonatype Nexus Repository Manager through 2.14.5 has weak password encryption with a hardcoded CMMDwoV value in the LDAP integration feature.

How severe is CVE-2017-17717?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-17717 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-17717?

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