CVE-2017-7984

Name: CVE-2017-7984
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-04-25T18:59:00.277+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.79%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-7984 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Joomla! 3.2.0 through 3.6.5 (fixed in 3.7.0), inadequate filtering leads to XSS in the template manager component.. EPSS estimates a 0.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Joomla! 3.2.0 through 3.6.5 (fixed in 3.7.0), inadequate filtering leads to XSS in the template manager component.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.79%

51.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.2.0
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.2.1
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.2.2
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.2.3
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.2.4
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.3.0
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.3.1
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.3.2
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.3.3
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.3.4
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.3.5
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.0
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.1
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.2
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.3
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.4
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.5
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.6
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.7
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.4.8
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.5.0
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.5.1
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.6.0
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.6.1
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.6.2
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.6.3
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.6.4
Joomla	Joomla\!	3.6.5

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98018Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/684-20170402-core-xss-vulnerabilityPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98018Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/684-20170402-core-xss-vulnerabilityPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 25, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-7984?

In Joomla! 3.2.0 through 3.6.5 (fixed in 3.7.0), inadequate filtering leads to XSS in the template manager component.

How severe is CVE-2017-7984?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-7984 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-7984?

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-2017-7984?

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Source: NVD / NIST