CVE-2017-5230

7.2 HIGH
Published: March 02, 2017 Modified: May 13, 2026
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Description

The Java keystore in all versions and editions of Rapid7 Nexpose prior to 6.4.50 is encrypted with a static password of 'r@p1d7k3y5t0r3' which is not modifiable by the user. The keystore provides storage for saved scan credentials in an otherwise secure location on disk.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96956
Source: cve@rapid7.com
https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2017/03/01/multiple-vulnerabilities-affecting-four-rapid7-products
Source: cve@rapid7.com
Mitigation Vendor Advisory
https://help.rapid7.com/nexpose/en-us/release-notes/#6.4.50
Source: cve@rapid7.com
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96956
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2017/03/01/multiple-vulnerabilities-affecting-four-rapid7-products
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Mitigation Vendor Advisory
https://help.rapid7.com/nexpose/en-us/release-notes/#6.4.50
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108

6 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
7.2 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
1.5%
71th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-798

Affected Vendors

rapid7

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