How severe is CVE-2017-11653?

CVE-2017-11653 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2017-11653 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-11653?

CVE-2017-11653 affects Razer Synapse. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-11653?

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-2017-11653 published?

CVE-2017-11653 was published on 2017-08-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-11653

CVE-2017-11653 is a high-severity vulnerability in Razer Synapse with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-732.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 4.6
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (28th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-732
Affected product: Razer Synapse
Published: 2017-08-18
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Razer Synapse 2.20.15.1104 and earlier uses weak permissions for the Devices directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse (1) RazerConfigNative.dll or (2) RazerConfigNativeLOC.dll file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-11653?: Razer Synapse 2.20.15.1104 and earlier uses weak permissions for the Devices directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse (1) RazerConfigNative.dll or (2) RazerConfigNativeLOC.dll file.
How severe is CVE-2017-11653?: CVE-2017-11653 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-11653 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (28th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-11653?: CVE-2017-11653 affects Razer Synapse. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11653?: 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-2017-11653 published?: CVE-2017-11653 was published on 2017-08-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143516/Razer-Synapse-2.20-DLL-Hijacking.html

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:razer:synapse:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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