CVE-2017-20184

Name: CVE-2017-20184
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-05-04T10:15:10.54+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.76%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-20184 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Carlo Gavazzi Powersoft up to version 2.1.1.1 allows an unauthenticated, remote attacker to download any file from the affected device.. EPSS estimates a 2.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Carlo Gavazzi Powersoft up to version 2.1.1.1 allows an unauthenticated, remote attacker to download any file from the affected device.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

2.76%

84.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gavazzionline	Powersoft	<= 2.1.1.1

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42705Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42705Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: May 4, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-20184?

How severe is CVE-2017-20184?

CVE-2017-20184 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-20184?

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