PatchTheCVECVE-2017-11756: In Earcms Ear Music through 4.1 build 20170710, remote authenticated users can execute arbitrary PHP code by c
CVE-2017-11756 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.0) affecting ear music. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
In Earcms Ear Music through 4.1 build 20170710, remote authenticated users can execute arbitrary PHP code by changing the allowable music-upload extensions to include .php in addition to .mp3 and .m4a in admin.php?iframe=config_upload, and then using user.php/music/add/ to upload the code.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.0 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.7% (top 46%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-434 |
| Published | 2017-07-30 |
| 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-2017-11756?
ear music: upgrade to newer than 4.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-11756 being exploited?
CVE-2017-11756 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-2017-11756 affect?
CVE-2017-11756 affects ear music. Severity is high (CVSS 7.0). In Earcms Ear Music through 4.1 build 20170710, remote authenticated users can execute arbitrary PHP code by changing the allowable music-upload extensions to include .php in addition to .mp3 and .m4a in admin.php?iframe=config_upload, and
How urgent is CVE-2017-11756?
Priority 38/100. High severity