CVE-2017-6005

Name: CVE-2017-6005
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-26T08:29:00.663+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.29%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6005 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Waves MaxxAudio, as installed on Dell laptops, adds a "WavesSysSvc" Windows service with File Version 1.1.6.0. This service has a vulnerability known as Unquoted Service Path. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Waves MaxxAudio, as installed on Dell laptops, adds a "WavesSysSvc" Windows service with File Version 1.1.6.0. This service has a vulnerability known as Unquoted Service Path. This could potentially allow an authorized but non-privileged local user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges on the system.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.29%

20.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Waves	Maxxaudio	1.1.6.0

References

http://justpentest.blogspot.in/2017/07/dell-unquoted-service-path-local.htmlThird Party Advisory
http://justpentest.blogspot.in/2017/07/dell-unquoted-service-path-local.htmlThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 26, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6005?

How severe is CVE-2017-6005?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6005 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6005?

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