Is CVE-2017-15685 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2017-15685 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2017-15685 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2017-15685 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-15685?

CVE-2017-15685 has a CVSS score of 8.6 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2017-15685

CWE-91Published: November 27, 2020· Updated: Jul 9, 2026

8.6

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Crafter CMS Crafter Studio 3.0.1 is affected by: XML External Entity (XXE). An unauthenticated attacker is able to create a site with specially crafted XML that allows the retrieval of OS files out-of-band.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-15685 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 8.6.

The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.