CVE-2017-7321 describes a critical remote code execution vulnerability in MODX Revolution versions 2.5.4-pl and earlier. An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this flaw by manipulating the config_key parameter during the setup process, leading to arbitrary PHP code execution. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this vulnerability is easily exploitable over the network with no user interaction, allowing for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploit code or active exploitation has been observed, and community discussion is minimal, its high severity warrants immediate patching.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 2.5.4CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:modx:modx_revolution:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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