CVE-2017-6005

CVE-2017-6005 is a high-severity vulnerability in Waves Maxxaudio with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Waves MaxxAudio, as installed on Dell laptops, adds a "WavesSysSvc" Windows service with File Version 1.1.6.0. This service has a vulnerability known as Unquoted Service Path. This could potentially allow an authorized but non-privileged local user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the system.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-6005?
Waves MaxxAudio, as installed on Dell laptops, adds a "WavesSysSvc" Windows service with File Version 1.1.6.0. This service has a vulnerability known as Unquoted Service Path. This could potentially allow an authorized but non-privileged local user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the system.
How severe is CVE-2017-6005?
CVE-2017-6005 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.0, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-6005 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-6005?
CVE-2017-6005 affects Waves Maxxaudio. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6005?
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-2017-6005 published?
CVE-2017-6005 was published on 2017-07-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)