How serious is CVE-2017-6478?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.1 out of 10, classified as MEDIUM severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2017-6478?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2017-6478 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2017-6478?

CVE-2017-6478 affects mangoswebv4 project mangoswebv4. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6478?

To remediate CVE-2017-6478, check for security patches from mangoswebv4 project. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2017-6478

Medium

|6.1

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into a web page, which could then be executed in the browser of anyone visiting the affected site. It occurs when a user accesses the installation page with a specially crafted URL, making it possible for the attacker to manipulate the content displayed to users.

Technical Description

paintballrefjosh/MaNGOSWebV4 before 4.0.8 is vulnerable to a reflected XSS in install/index.php (step parameter).

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredNone

User InteractionRequired

Confidentiality ImpactLow

Integrity ImpactLow

Availability ImpactNone

ScopeChanged

Vector String

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

Exploit Resources

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Official References

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Est. Bounty

$862($500-$1K)

Vendor Response

Grade FPatched in 3266 days

Quick Information

Published

Mar 5, 2017

almost 9 years ago

Last Modified

Feb 13, 2026

7 days ago

Vendor

mangoswebv4 project

Product

mangoswebv4