PatchTheCVECVE-2017-7694: Remote Code Execution vulnerability in symphony/content/content.blueprintsdatasources.php in Symphony CMS thro
CVE-2017-7694 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting symphony. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Remote Code Execution vulnerability in symphony/content/content.blueprintsdatasources.php in Symphony CMS through 2.6.11 allows remote attackers to execute code and get a webshell from the back-end. The attacker must be authenticated and enter PHP code in the datasource editor or event editor.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 9%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 4.4% (top 9%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-94 |
| Published | 2017-04-11 |
| 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-2017-7694?
symphony: upgrade to newer than 2.6.11. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2017-7694 being exploited?
CVE-2017-7694 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-2017-7694 affect?
CVE-2017-7694 affects symphony. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Remote Code Execution vulnerability in symphony/content/content.blueprintsdatasources.php in Symphony CMS through 2.6.11 allows remote attackers to execute code and get a webshell from the back-end. The attacker must be authenticated and en
How urgent is CVE-2017-7694?
Priority 59/100. High severity; EPSS top 9%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference
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