CVE-2018-17571

Name: CVE-2018-17571
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-28T05:29:00.343+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.68%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-17571 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Vanilla before 2.6.1 allows XSS via the email field of a profile.. EPSS estimates a 0.68% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Vanilla before 2.6.1 allows XSS via the email field of a profile.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.68%

47.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vanillaforums	Vanilla	< 2.6.1

References

https://hackerone.com/reports/361957Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://hackerone.com/reports/361957Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 28, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-17571?

Vanilla before 2.6.1 allows XSS via the email field of a profile.

How severe is CVE-2018-17571?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17571 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.68% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-17571?

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-2018-17571?

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Source: NVD / NIST