Is CVE-2017-14680 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2017-14680, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2017-14680 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2017-14680 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-14680?

CVE-2017-14680 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2017-14680

CWE-200Published: September 21, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

ZKTeco ZKTime Web 2.0.1.12280 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive employee metadata via a direct request for a PDF document.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-14680 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2017-14680. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-200): Information exposure vulnerabilities leak sensitive data to unauthorized actors.