CVE-2017-3746

Name: CVE-2017-3746
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-08-29T01:35:13.767+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-3746 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter (part number 4X90E51405) driver, various versions, was found to contain a privilege escalation vulnerability that could allow a local user to execute arbitrary code with administrative or system level privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ethernet Adapter (part number 4X90E51405) driver, various versions, was found to contain a privilege escalation vulnerability that could allow a local user to execute arbitrary code with administrative or system level privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.38%

29.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Lenovo	Thinkpad Usb 3.0 Ethernet Adapter Driver	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100520Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-9896Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100520Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-9896Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 29, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-3746?

How severe is CVE-2017-3746?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-3746 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-3746?

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