CVE-2020-17462

Name: CVE-2020-17462
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-08-14T15:15:13.75+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.97%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-17462 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. CMS Made Simple 2.2.14 allows Authenticated Arbitrary File Upload because the File Manager does not block .ptar files, a related issue to CVE-2017-16798.. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

CMS Made Simple 2.2.14 allows Authenticated Arbitrary File Upload because the File Manager does not block .ptar files, a related issue to CVE-2017-16798.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.97%

57.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cmsmadesimple	Cms Made Simple	2.2.14

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48742Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48742Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Aug 14, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-17462?

CMS Made Simple 2.2.14 allows Authenticated Arbitrary File Upload because the File Manager does not block .ptar files, a related issue to CVE-2017-16798.

How severe is CVE-2020-17462?

CVE-2020-17462 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2020-17462?

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