CVE-2017-3748

Name: CVE-2017-3748
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-06-29T15:29:00.207+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.17%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-3748 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. On Lenovo VIBE mobile phones, improper access controls on the nac_server component can be abused in conjunction with CVE-2017-3749 and CVE-2017-3750 to elevate privileges to the root user (commonly known as 'rooting' or "jail breaking" a device).. EPSS estimates a 0.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

On Lenovo VIBE mobile phones, improper access controls on the nac_server component can be abused in conjunction with CVE-2017-3749 and CVE-2017-3750 to elevate privileges to the root user (commonly known as 'rooting' or "jail breaking" a device).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.17%

6.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Google	Android	<= 5.1.1

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99295Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-15823Mitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99295Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-15823Mitigation, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-3748?

How severe is CVE-2017-3748?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-3748 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-3748?

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