PatchTheCVECVE-2017-12824: Special crafted InPage document leads to arbitrary code execution in InPage reader.
CVE-2017-12824 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting inpage. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Special crafted InPage document leads to arbitrary code execution in InPage reader.
Why this priority
- High severity
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.5% (top 26%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-119 |
| Published | 2017-11-08 |
| 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-2017-12824?
inpage: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-12824 being exploited?
CVE-2017-12824 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-2017-12824 affect?
CVE-2017-12824 affects inpage. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Special crafted InPage document leads to arbitrary code execution in InPage reader.
How urgent is CVE-2017-12824?
Priority 46/100. High severity