CVE-2017-11653

Name: CVE-2017-11653
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-08-18T17:29:01.747+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.36%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-11653 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Razer Synapse 2.20.15.1104 and earlier uses weak permissions for the Devices directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse (1) RazerConfigNative.dll or (2) RazerConfigNativeLOC.dll file.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Razer Synapse 2.20.15.1104 and earlier uses weak permissions for the Devices directory, which allows local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse (1) RazerConfigNative.dll or (2) RazerConfigNativeLOC.dll file.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.36%

27.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-732

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Razer	Synapse	<= 2.20.15.1104

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143516/Razer-Synapse-2.20-DLL-Hijacking.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/143516/Razer-Synapse-2.20-DLL-Hijacking.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Aug 18, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-11653?

How severe is CVE-2017-11653?

CVE-2017-11653 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-11653?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST