CVE-2017-8912

7.2 HIGH
Published: May 12, 2017 Modified: May 13, 2026
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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.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.1/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
https://osandamalith.com/2017/05/11/cmsms-2-1-6-multiple-vulnerabilities/
Source: cve@mitre.org
Issue Tracking Patch Third Party Advisory
https://osandamalith.com/2017/05/11/cmsms-2-1-6-multiple-vulnerabilities/
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Issue Tracking Patch Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41997/
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108

4 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
7.2 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
3.1%
86th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

Affected Vendors

cmsmadesimple