Is CVE-2017-20138 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2017-20138 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2017-20138 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2017-20138 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-20138?

CVE-2017-20138 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2017-20138

CWE-89Published: July 16, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A vulnerability was found in Itech Auction Script 6.49. It has been classified as critical. This affects an unknown part of the file /mcategory.php. The manipulation of the argument mcid with the input 4' AND 1734=1734 AND 'Ggks'='Ggks leads to sql injection (Blind). It is possible to initiate the attack remotely.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

Itech Auction Script contains a blind SQL injection vulnerability that allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries. This critical flaw is rated 9.8 on the CVSS scale.

No public exploit is known, and it is not in KEV. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Update to the latest version of the Itech Auction Script or implement input sanitization for the mcid parameter.

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-2017-20138 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.