CVE-2017-17736

Kentico 9.0 before 9.0.51 and 10.0 before 10.0.48 allows remote attackers to obtain Global Administrator access by visiting CMSInstall/install.aspx and then…

published March 23, 2018

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.3th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
68%
Percentile
99.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A remote attacker could gain Global Administrator access just by visiting a seemingly harmless URL! 😱 Think of it like leaving the front gate to your mansion wide open. Once someone steps inside, they can roam freely through all the rooms, potentially messing with your prized possessions! This vulnerability allows attackers to waltz into the CMS Administration Dashboard without any authentication, giving them the keys to the kingdom. They could manipulate content, change settings, or even lock you out entirely. This could lead to disastrous consequences for your site’s security and integrity!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving the front gate to your mansion wide open. Once someone steps inside, they can roam freely through all the rooms, potentially messing with your prized possessions! The flaw exists in Kentico versions 9.0 prior to 9.0.51 and 10.0 prior to 10.0.48, which permits unrestricted access to the installation page, allowing attackers to gain elevated privileges.

What to do

This vulnerability allows attackers to waltz into the CMS Administration Dashboard without any authentication, giving them the keys to the kingdom. They could manipulate content, change settings, or even lock you out entirely. This could lead to disastrous consequences for your site’s security and integrity! To secure your system, immediately update Kentico to version 9.0.51 or 10.0.48. Additionally, consider reviewing your access controls and configurations to enhance security. Don't forget to monitor your site for any unusual activity after the patch! You've got this! By following these steps and securing your CMS, you'll keep those pesky intruders at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.68457 · 99.3th percentile
Published
2018-03-23T15:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 SEP 03:14Z
    EPSS moved 68% → 40%
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  • 06 SEP 03:10Z
    EPSS moved 68% → 40%
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  • 30 AUG 15:40Z
    EPSS moved 40% → 69%
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  • 29 AUG 04:22Z
    EPSS moved 69% → 40%
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  • 23 MAR 15:00Z
    Kentico 9.0 before 9.0.51 and 10.0 before 10.0.48 allows remote attackers to obtain Global Administrator access by visiting CMSInstall/install.aspx and then…
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