How severe is CVE-2017-5717?

CVE-2017-5717 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-2017-5717 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-5717?

CVE-2017-5717 primarily affects Intel Graphics Driver. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-5717?

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-2017-5717 published?

CVE-2017-5717 was published on 2017-12-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-5717

CVE-2017-5717 is a high-severity vulnerability in Intel Graphics Driver 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-704.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 7.2
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (71st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-704
Affected product: Intel Graphics Driver
Published: 2017-12-12
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Type Confusion in Content Protection HECI Service in Intel Graphics Driver allows unprivileged user to elevate privileges via local access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-5717?: Type Confusion in Content Protection HECI Service in Intel Graphics Driver allows unprivileged user to elevate privileges via local access.
How severe is CVE-2017-5717?: CVE-2017-5717 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-2017-5717 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-5717?: CVE-2017-5717 primarily affects Intel Graphics Driver. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5717?: 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-2017-5717 published?: CVE-2017-5717 was published on 2017-12-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:intel:graphics_driver:15.33:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:intel:graphics_driver:15.36:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:intel:graphics_driver:15.40:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:intel:graphics_driver:15.45:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:intel:graphics_driver:15.46:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:intel:graphics_driver:15.47:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:intel:graphics_driver:15.49:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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