MEDIUM
CVE-2017-2806
CWE-125Published: April 20, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
4.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
An exploitable arbitrary read exists in the XLS parsing of the Lexmark Perspective Document Filters conversion functionality. A crafted XLS document can lead to a arbitrary read resulting in memory disclosure. The vulnerability was confirmed on versions 11.3.0.2228 and 11.3.0.2400
Technical Analysis
CVE-2017-2806 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionRequired
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
lexmark1 product(s)
perceptive document filters
Source: NVD CPE · 2 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (2)
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http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2017-0302/Exploit · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
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http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2017-0302/Exploit · Third Party Advisory · VDB Entry
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2017-2806
CVSS Score4.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-125
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedApr 20, 2017
Related CVEs (CWE-125)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2017-2806 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.