CVE-2017-3742

Description

In Lenovo Connect2 versions earlier than 4.2.5.4885 for Windows and 4.2.5.3071 for Android, when an ad-hoc connection is made between two systems for the purpose of sharing files, the password for this ad-hoc connection will be stored in a user-readable location. An attacker with read access to the user's contents could connect to the Connect2 hotspot and see the contents of files while they are being transferred between the two systems.

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.09%
Vendor Advisory lenovo.com
Affected: Lenovo Group Ltd. Lenovo Connect2
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/product_security/LEN-14398 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-3742?
CVE-2017-3742 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-3742?
To fix CVE-2017-3742, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-3742 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-3742 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-3742?
CVE-2017-3742 affects Lenovo Group Ltd. Lenovo Connect2.
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