Is CVE-2017-3890 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2017-3890 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2017-3890 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2017-3890 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-3890?

CVE-2017-3890 has a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2017-3890

CWE-79Published: January 13, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

6.1

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

A reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability in the BlackBerry WatchDox Server components Appliance-X, version 1.8.1 and earlier, and vAPP, versions 4.6.0 to 5.4.1, allows remote attackers to execute script commands in the context of the affected browser by persuading a user to click an attacker-supplied malicious link.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-3890 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

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.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-79): Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.