CVE-2017-6878

Name: CVE-2017-6878
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-27T15:59:00.67+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.96%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6878 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in MetInfo 5.3.15 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the name_2 parameter to admin/column/delete.php.. EPSS estimates a 0.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in MetInfo 5.3.15 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the name_2 parameter to admin/column/delete.php.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.96%

56.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Metinfo	Metinfo	5.3.15

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/141689/MetInfo-5.3.15-Cross-Site-Scripting.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Mar/49Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96974Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/141689/MetInfo-5.3.15-Cross-Site-Scripting.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Mar/49Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96974Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6878?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in MetInfo 5.3.15 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the name_2 parameter to admin/column/delete.php.

How severe is CVE-2017-6878?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6878 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6878?

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-2017-6878?

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Source: NVD / NIST