How severe is CVE-2017-9966?

CVE-2017-9966 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2017-9966 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-9966?

CVE-2017-9966 affects Schneider-electric Pelco Videoxpert. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-9966?

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-2017-9966 published?

CVE-2017-9966 was published on 2018-01-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-9966

CVE-2017-9966 is a high-severity vulnerability in Schneider-electric Pelco Videoxpert with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
CVSS v2: 7.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (73rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Schneider-electric Pelco Videoxpert
Published: 2018-01-02
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A privilege escalation vulnerability exists in Schneider Electric's Pelco VideoXpert Enterprise versions 2.0 and prior. By replacing certain files, an unauthorized user can obtain system privileges and the inserted code would execute at an elevated privilege level.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-9966?: A privilege escalation vulnerability exists in Schneider Electric's Pelco VideoXpert Enterprise versions 2.0 and prior. By replacing certain files, an unauthorized user can obtain system privileges and the inserted code would execute at an elevated privilege level.
How severe is CVE-2017-9966?: CVE-2017-9966 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-9966 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-9966?: CVE-2017-9966 affects Schneider-electric Pelco Videoxpert. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9966?: 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-2017-9966 published?: CVE-2017-9966 was published on 2018-01-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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