How severe is CVE-2017-17751?

CVE-2017-17751 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2017-17751 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-17751?

CVE-2017-17751 primarily affects Bose Soundtouch. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-17751?

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-2017-17751 published?

CVE-2017-17751 was published on 2018-03-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-17751

CVE-2017-17751 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bose Soundtouch 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

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
CVSS v2: 6.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (60th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Bose Soundtouch
Published: 2018-03-24
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Bose SoundTouch devices allows remote attackers to achieve remote control via a crafted web site that uses the WebSocket Protocol.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-17751?: Bose SoundTouch devices allows remote attackers to achieve remote control via a crafted web site that uses the WebSocket Protocol.
How severe is CVE-2017-17751?: CVE-2017-17751 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-17751 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-17751?: CVE-2017-17751 primarily affects Bose Soundtouch. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-17751?: 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-2017-17751 published?: CVE-2017-17751 was published on 2018-03-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

http://aryanitin.com/2017-12-20-CVE-2017-17751/

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:bose:soundtouch:-:*:*:*:*:android:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:bose:soundtouch:-:*:*:*:*:iphone_os:*:*

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