CVE-2017-16867

Name: CVE-2017-16867
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-11-16T21:29:00.48+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.22%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-16867 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Amazon Key through 2017-11-16 mishandles Cloud Cam 802.11 deauthentication frames during the delivery process, which makes it easier for (1) delivery drivers to freeze a camera and re-enter a house for unfilmed activities or (2) attackers to freeze a camera and enter a house if a delivery driver failed to ensure a locked door before leaving.. EPSS estimates a 2.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Amazon Key through 2017-11-16 mishandles Cloud Cam 802.11 deauthentication frames during the delivery process, which makes it easier for (1) delivery drivers to freeze a camera and re-enter a house for unfilmed activities or (2) attackers to freeze a camera and enter a house if a delivery driver failed to ensure a locked door before leaving.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.22%

80.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Amazon	Amazon Key Firmware	<= 2017-11-16

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101899Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.engadget.com/2017/11/16/amazon-key-hack-cloud-cam/Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://www.theverge.com/2017/11/16/16665064/amazon-key-camera-disableIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-key-flaw-let-deliverymen-disable-your-camera/Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101899Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.engadget.com/2017/11/16/amazon-key-hack-cloud-cam/Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://www.theverge.com/2017/11/16/16665064/amazon-key-camera-disableIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-key-flaw-let-deliverymen-disable-your-camera/Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 16, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-16867?

How severe is CVE-2017-16867?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-16867 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-16867?

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Source: NVD / NIST