How severe is CVE-2017-16567?

CVE-2017-16567 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2017-16567 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-16567?

CVE-2017-16567 affects Logitech Media Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16567?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2017-16567 published?

CVE-2017-16567 was published on 2017-11-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-16567

CVE-2017-16567 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Logitech Media Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.4)
CVSS v2: 3.5
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (81st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Logitech Media Server
Published: 2017-11-10
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Logitech Media Server 7.9.0, affecting the "Favorites" feature. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject and permanently store malicious JavaScript payloads, which are executed when users access the affected functionality. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to Session Hijacking and Credential Theft, Execution of unauthorized actions on behalf of users, and Exfiltration of sensitive data. This vulnerability presents a potential risk for widespread exploitation in connected IoT environments.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-16567?: Persistent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Logitech Media Server 7.9.0, affecting the "Favorites" feature. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to inject and permanently store malicious JavaScript payloads, which are executed when users access the affected functionality. Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to Session Hijacking and Credential Theft, Execution of unauthorized actions on behalf of users, and Exfiltration of sensitive data. This vulnerability presents a potential risk for widespread exploitation in connected IoT environments.
How severe is CVE-2017-16567?: CVE-2017-16567 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-16567 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-16567?: CVE-2017-16567 affects Logitech Media Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16567?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2017-16567 published?: CVE-2017-16567 was published on 2017-11-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43122/

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:logitech:media_server:7.9.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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