CVE-2017-17691

Name: CVE-2017-17691
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-07T22:29:00.26+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.03%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-17691 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Homeputer CL Studio fur HomeMatic 4.0 Rel 160808 and earlier uses cleartext to exchange the username and password between server and client instances, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a man in the middle attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Homeputer CL Studio fur HomeMatic 4.0 Rel 160808 and earlier uses cleartext to exchange the username and password between server and client instances, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a man in the middle attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.03%

59.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-522

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Contronics	Homeputer Cl Studio Fur Homematic	< 4.0

References

https://www.compass-security.com/fileadmin/Datein/Research/Advisories/CSNC-2017-031_homematic.txtExploit, Mitigation, Third Party Advisory
https://www.compass-security.com/fileadmin/Datein/Research/Advisories/CSNC-2017-031_homematic.txtExploit, Mitigation, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 7, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-17691?

How severe is CVE-2017-17691?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-17691 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-17691?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2017-17691?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST