PatchTheCVECVE-2017-11615: A sandbox escape in the Lua interface in Wube Factorio before 0.15.31 allows remote game servers or user-assis
CVE-2017-11615 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.6) affecting factorio. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A sandbox escape in the Lua interface in Wube Factorio before 0.15.31 allows remote game servers or user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary C code by including and loading a C library.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.6 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 44%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2017-07-26 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2017-11615?
factorio: upgrade to newer than 0.15.30. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-11615 being exploited?
CVE-2017-11615 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2017-11615 affect?
CVE-2017-11615 affects factorio. Severity is high (CVSS 8.6). A sandbox escape in the Lua interface in Wube Factorio before 0.15.31 allows remote game servers or user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary C code by including and loading a C library.
How urgent is CVE-2017-11615?
Priority 44/100. High severity