CVE-2017-5251
CVE-2017-5251 is a high-severity vulnerability in Insteon Insteon Hub Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. 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-311.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.1)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (41st percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-311
- Affected product: Insteon Insteon Hub Firmware
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
In version 1012 and prior of Insteon's Insteon Hub, the radio transmissions used for communication between the hub and connected devices are not encrypted.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-5251?
- In version 1012 and prior of Insteon's Insteon Hub, the radio transmissions used for communication between the hub and connected devices are not encrypted.
- How severe is CVE-2017-5251?
- CVE-2017-5251 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-5251 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (41st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-5251?
- CVE-2017-5251 affects Insteon Insteon Hub Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-5251?
- 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-2017-5251 published?
- CVE-2017-5251 was published on 2018-02-22 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:insteon:insteon_hub_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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