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CVE-2017-2149


Untrusted search path vulnerability in installers of the software for SDHC/SDXC Memory Card with embedded NFC functionality Software Update Tool V1.00.03 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functionality FlashAir Configuration Software V3.0.2 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functionality FlashAir Software Update tool (SD-WE series<W-03>) V3.00.01, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functionality FlashAir Software Update tool (SD-WD/WC series<W-02>) V2.00.03 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functionality FlashAir Software Update tool (SD-WB/WL series) V1.00.04 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded TransferJet functionality Configuration Software V1.02 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded TransferJet functionality Software Update tool V1.00.06 and earlier allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory.


Security Impact Summary

This vulnerability carries a HIGH severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 8.8, indicating it can be exploited remotely over the network with relatively low complexity though user interaction is required and does not require pre-existing privileges . The vulnerability impacts confidentiality (data exposure), integrity (unauthorized modifications), and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 1 product from toshiba organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.

Historical Context

First disclosed in 2017, this vulnerability was reported during a period defined by widespread IoT adoption challenges, mobile security concerns, and the emergence of advanced persistent threat (APT) techniques. Contemporary mitigation strategies focused on secure development practices and third-party component vetting.


Published

2017-04-28T16:59:01.917

Last Modified

2025-04-20T01:37:25.860

Status

Deferred

Source

[email protected]

Severity

CVSSv3.0: 8.8 (HIGH)

CVSSv2 Vector

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

  • Access Vector: NETWORK
  • Access Complexity: MEDIUM
  • Authentication: NONE
  • Confidentiality Impact: COMPLETE
  • Integrity Impact: COMPLETE
  • Availability Impact: COMPLETE
Exploitability Score

8.6

Impact Score

10.0

Weaknesses
  • Type: Primary
    CWE-426

Affected Vendors & Products
Type Vendor Product Version/Range Vulnerable?
Application toshiba flashair ≤ 1.00.03 Yes
Application toshiba flashair ≤ 1.00.04 Yes
Application toshiba flashair ≤ 1.00.06 Yes
Application toshiba flashair ≤ 1.02 Yes
Application toshiba flashair ≤ 2.00.03 Yes
Application toshiba flashair ≤ 3.00.01 Yes
Application toshiba flashair ≤ 3.0.2 Yes

References

How SecUtils Interprets This CVE

SecUtils normalizes and enriches National Vulnerability Database (NVD) records by standardizing vendor and product identifiers, aggregating vulnerability metadata from both NVD and MITRE sources, and providing structured context for security teams. For toshiba's affected products, we extract Common Platform Enumeration (CPE) data, Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) classifications, CVSS severity metrics, and reference data to enable rapid vulnerability prioritization and asset correlation. This record contains no exploit code, proof-of-concept instructions, or attack methodologies—only defensive intelligence necessary for patch management, risk assessment, and security operations.