CVE-2017-18213

Name: CVE-2017-18213
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-03-04T02:29:02.13+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-18213 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Exponent CMS before 2.4.1 Patch #6, certain admin users can elevate their privileges.. EPSS estimates a 1.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Exponent CMS before 2.4.1 Patch #6, certain admin users can elevate their privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.40%

69.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Exponentcms	Exponent Cms	<= 2.4.1	—
Exponentcms	Exponent Cms	2.4.1	P1

References

http://www.exponentcms.org/news/patch-6-released-for-v2-4-1-to-fix-a-few-big-issuesVendor Advisory
https://github.com/exponentcms/exponent-cms/releases/tag/v2.4.1patch6Third Party Advisory
http://www.exponentcms.org/news/patch-6-released-for-v2-4-1-to-fix-a-few-big-issuesVendor Advisory
https://github.com/exponentcms/exponent-cms/releases/tag/v2.4.1patch6Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 4, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-18213?

In Exponent CMS before 2.4.1 Patch #6, certain admin users can elevate their privileges.

How severe is CVE-2017-18213?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-18213 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-18213?

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-2017-18213?

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Source: NVD / NIST