CVE-2017-12861

Name: CVE-2017-12861
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-10-10T13:29:00.31+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.34%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-12861 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Epson "EasyMP" software is designed to remotely stream a users computer to supporting projectors.These devices are authenticated using a unique 4-digit code, displayed on-screen - ensuring only those who can view it are streaming.All Epson projectors supporting the "EasyMP" software are vulnerable to a brute-force vulnerability, allowing any attacker on the network to remotely control and stream to the vulnerable device. EPSS estimates a 3.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Epson "EasyMP" software is designed to remotely stream a users computer to supporting projectors.These devices are authenticated using a unique 4-digit code, displayed on-screen - ensuring only those who can view it are streaming.All Epson projectors supporting the "EasyMP" software are vulnerable to a brute-force vulnerability, allowing any attacker on the network to remotely control and stream to the vulnerable device

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.34%

87.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-521

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Epson	Easymp	2.86

References

https://rhinosecuritylabs.com/research/epson-easymp-remote-projection-vulnerabilities/Third Party Advisory
https://rhinosecuritylabs.com/research/epson-easymp-remote-projection-vulnerabilities/Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 10, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-12861?

How severe is CVE-2017-12861?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-12861 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-12861?

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Source: NVD / NIST