CVE-2017-16773

Name: CVE-2017-16773
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-07-05T13:29:00.24+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.35%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-16773 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Improper authorization vulnerability in Highlight Preview in Synology Universal Search before 1.0.5-0135 allows remote authenticated users to bypass permission checks for directories in POSIX mode.. EPSS estimates a 1.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Improper authorization vulnerability in Highlight Preview in Synology Universal Search before 1.0.5-0135 allows remote authenticated users to bypass permission checks for directories in POSIX mode.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.35%

68.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Synology	Universal Search	< 1.0.5-0135

References

https://www.synology.com/en-global/support/security/Synology_SA_18_27Vendor Advisory
https://www.synology.com/en-global/support/security/Synology_SA_18_27Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 5, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-16773?

Improper authorization vulnerability in Highlight Preview in Synology Universal Search before 1.0.5-0135 allows remote authenticated users to bypass permission checks for directories in POSIX mode.

How severe is CVE-2017-16773?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16773 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16773?

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