CVE-2017-2699

Name: CVE-2017-2699
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-11-22T19:29:00.567+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.97%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-2699 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Huawei Themes APP in versions earlier than PLK-UL00C17B385, versions earlier than CRR-L09C432B380, versions earlier than LYO-L21C577B128 has a privilege elevation vulnerability. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload theme packs containing malicious files and trick users into installing the theme packets, resulting in the execution of arbitrary code.. EPSS estimates a 0.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Huawei Themes APP in versions earlier than PLK-UL00C17B385, versions earlier than CRR-L09C432B380, versions earlier than LYO-L21C577B128 has a privilege elevation vulnerability. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload theme packs containing malicious files and trick users into installing the theme packets, resulting in the execution of arbitrary code.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.97%

57.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Huawei	Honor 7 Firmware	< plk-ul00c17b385
Huawei	Mate S Firmware	< crr-l09c432b380
Huawei	Lyo-L21 Firmware	< lyo-l21c577b128

References

http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20170222-01-theme-enVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96424Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20170222-01-theme-enVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96424Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Nov 22, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-2699?

How severe is CVE-2017-2699?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-2699 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-2699?

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