PatchTheCVECVE-2017-2252: Untrusted search path vulnerability in self-extracting archive files created by File Compact Ver.5 version 5.1
CVE-2017-2252 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting file compact. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Untrusted search path vulnerability in self-extracting archive files created by File Compact Ver.5 version 5.10 and earlier, Ver.6 version 6.02 and earlier, Ver.7 version 7.02 and earlier allows an attacker to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.1% (top 35%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-426 |
| Published | 2017-07-17 |
| 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-2017-2252?
file compact: upgrade to newer than 7.01. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-2252 being exploited?
CVE-2017-2252 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-2017-2252 affect?
CVE-2017-2252 affects file compact. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Untrusted search path vulnerability in self-extracting archive files created by File Compact Ver.5 version 5.10 and earlier, Ver.6 version 6.02 and earlier, Ver.7 version 7.02 and earlier allows an attacker to gain privileges via a Trojan h
How urgent is CVE-2017-2252?
Priority 44/100. High severity