CVE-2017-6520

Name: CVE-2017-6520
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-01T01:59:00.343+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.98%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6520 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Multicast DNS (mDNS) responder used in BOSE Soundtouch 30 inadvertently responds to IPv4 unicast queries with source addresses that are not link-local, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (traffic amplification) or obtain potentially sensitive information via port-5353 UDP packets.. EPSS estimates a 1.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Multicast DNS (mDNS) responder used in BOSE Soundtouch 30 inadvertently responds to IPv4 unicast queries with source addresses that are not link-local, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (traffic amplification) or obtain potentially sensitive information via port-5353 UDP packets.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.98%

78.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-417

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Bose	Soundtouch 30	All versions

References

https://www.secfu.net/advisoriesMitigation, Third Party Advisory
https://www.secfu.net/advisoriesMitigation, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 1, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6520?

How severe is CVE-2017-6520?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6520 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6520?

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