CVE-2017-8912

Name: CVE-2017-8912
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-12T07:29:00.343+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 3.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-8912 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. CMS Made Simple (CMSMS) 2.1.6 allows remote authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary PHP code via the code parameter to admin/editusertag.php, related to the CreateTagFunction and CallUserTag functions. NOTE: the vendor reportedly has stated this is "a feature, not a bug.. EPSS estimates a 3.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

CMS Made Simple (CMSMS) 2.1.6 allows remote authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary PHP code via the code parameter to admin/editusertag.php, related to the CreateTagFunction and CallUserTag functions. NOTE: the vendor reportedly has stated this is "a feature, not a bug.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.2/10

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

EPSS Probability

3.11%

86.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cmsmadesimple	Cms Made Simple	2.1.6

References

https://osandamalith.com/2017/05/11/cmsms-2-1-6-multiple-vulnerabilities/Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41997/
https://osandamalith.com/2017/05/11/cmsms-2-1-6-multiple-vulnerabilities/Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41997/

Timeline

Published: May 12, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8912?

How severe is CVE-2017-8912?

CVE-2017-8912 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 3.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8912?

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