CVE-2017-3767

CVE-2017-3767 is a high-severity vulnerability in Realtek Audio Driver Firmware 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.

Key facts

Description

A local privilege escalation vulnerability was identified in the Realtek audio driver versions prior to 6.0.1.8224 in some Lenovo ThinkPad products. An attacker with local privileges could execute code with administrative privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-3767?
A local privilege escalation vulnerability was identified in the Realtek audio driver versions prior to 6.0.1.8224 in some Lenovo ThinkPad products. An attacker with local privileges could execute code with administrative privileges.
How severe is CVE-2017-3767?
CVE-2017-3767 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-2017-3767 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (35th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-3767?
CVE-2017-3767 affects Realtek Audio Driver Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3767?
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-2017-3767 published?
CVE-2017-3767 was published on 2017-11-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)