How severe is CVE-2017-2977?

CVE-2017-2977 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.

Is CVE-2017-2977 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-2977?

CVE-2017-2977 affects Adobe Digital Editions. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2977?

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-2017-2977 published?

CVE-2017-2977 was published on 2017-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-2977

CVE-2017-2977 is a high-severity vulnerability in Adobe Digital Editions with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-125.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-125
Affected product: Adobe Digital Editions
Published: 2017-02-15
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier have an exploitable buffer over-read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-2977?: Adobe Digital Editions versions 4.5.3 and earlier have an exploitable buffer over-read vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to information disclosure.
How severe is CVE-2017-2977?: CVE-2017-2977 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-2977 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-2977?: CVE-2017-2977 affects Adobe Digital Editions. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2977?: 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-2017-2977 published?: CVE-2017-2977 was published on 2017-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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