CVE-2017-6555

Name: CVE-2017-6555
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-09T09:59:00.3+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.61%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6555 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in /admin/moduleinterface.php in CMS Made Simple 2.1.6 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the m1_description parameter (aka "Design Manager > Categories > Category Description").. EPSS estimates a 0.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in /admin/moduleinterface.php in CMS Made Simple 2.1.6 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the m1_description parameter (aka "Design Manager > Categories > Category Description").

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.61%

44.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cmsmadesimple	Cms Made Simple	2.1.6

References

http://www.daimacn.com/?id=7Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96933
http://www.daimacn.com/?id=7Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96933

Timeline

Published: Mar 9, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6555?

How severe is CVE-2017-6555?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6555 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6555?

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