Is CVE-2017-20127 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2017-20127 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2017-20127 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2017-20127 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-20127?

CVE-2017-20127 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2017-20127

CWE-89Published: July 13, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability was found in KB Login Authentication Script 1.1 and classified as critical. Affected by this issue is some unknown functionality. The manipulation of the argument username/password with the input 'or''=' leads to sql injection. The attack may be launched remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

KB Login Authentication Script 1.1 contains a critical SQL injection vulnerability in its authentication functionality. Remote attackers can exploit this to bypass login controls or access sensitive database information.

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available, but it is not in the KEV catalog. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.

Recommended Action

Update the script to a patched version or implement parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-20127 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), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.