CVE-2017-9522

Name: CVE-2017-9522
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-31T03:29:01.003+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.35%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-9522 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Time Warner firmware on Technicolor TC8717T devices sets the default Wi-Fi passphrase to a combination of the SSID and BSSID, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain network access by reading a beacon frame.. EPSS estimates a 1.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Time Warner firmware on Technicolor TC8717T devices sets the default Wi-Fi passphrase to a combination of the SSID and BSSID, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain network access by reading a beacon frame.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.35%

68.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Spectrum	Tc8717t Firmware	All versions

References

https://github.com/BastilleResearch/CableTap/blob/master/doc/advisories/bastille-21.default-wifi-credentials.txtThird Party Advisory
https://github.com/BastilleResearch/CableTap/blob/master/doc/advisories/bastille-21.default-wifi-credentials.txtThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 31, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-9522?

How severe is CVE-2017-9522?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-9522 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-9522?

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