CVE-2017-11169

CVE-2017-11169 is a high-severity vulnerability in Iball Ib-wra300n3gt Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Privilege Escalation on iBall iB-WRA300N3GT iB-WRA300N3GT_1.1.1 devices allows remote authenticated users to obtain root privileges by leveraging a guest/user/normal account to submit a modified privilege parameter to /form2userconfig.cgi.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-11169?
Privilege Escalation on iBall iB-WRA300N3GT iB-WRA300N3GT_1.1.1 devices allows remote authenticated users to obtain root privileges by leveraging a guest/user/normal account to submit a modified privilege parameter to /form2userconfig.cgi.
How severe is CVE-2017-11169?
CVE-2017-11169 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-11169 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-11169?
CVE-2017-11169 affects Iball Ib-wra300n3gt Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11169?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-11169 published?
CVE-2017-11169 was published on 2017-11-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)