CVE-2017-2149: Untrusted search path vulnerability in installers of the software for SDHC/SDXC Memory Card with embedded NFC

Q: How do I fix CVE-2017-2149?

flashair: upgrade to newer than 3.0.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2017-2149 being exploited?

CVE-2017-2149 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2017-2149 affect?

CVE-2017-2149 affects flashair. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Untrusted search path vulnerability in installers of the software for SDHC/SDXC Memory Card with embedded NFC functionality Software Update Tool V1.00.03 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functionality FlashAir Config

This month

HIGH 8.8UPGRADE

CVE-2017-2149 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting flashair. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

Untrusted search path vulnerability in installers of the software for SDHC/SDXC Memory Card with embedded NFC functionality Software Update Tool V1.00.03 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functionality FlashAir Configuration Software V3.0.2 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functionality FlashAir Software Update tool (SD-WE series<W-03>) V3.00.01, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functional

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.8 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	3.0% (top 13%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-426
Published	2017-04-28
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): JPCERT/CC · Vendor: toshiba

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2017-04-28 16:59 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 01:15 UTCUpdated Record last modified

toshiba flashair UPGRADE

Affected: <= 1.00.03 · <= 1.00.04 · <= 1.00.06 · <= 1.02 · <= 2.00.03 · <= 3.00.01 · <= 3.0.2

Fixed in: newer than 3.0.2

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy flashair || rpm -q flashair || flashair --version

2. UPGRADE to newer than 3.0.2 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade flashair

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade flashair

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2017-2149?

flashair: upgrade to newer than 3.0.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2017-2149 being exploited?

CVE-2017-2149 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2017-2149 affect?

CVE-2017-2149 affects flashair. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). Untrusted search path vulnerability in installers of the software for SDHC/SDXC Memory Card with embedded NFC functionality Software Update Tool V1.00.03 and earlier, SDHC Memory Card with embedded wireless LAN functionality FlashAir Config

How urgent is CVE-2017-2149?

Priority 53/100. High severity

Related CVEs

CVE-2017-2162 MEDIUM 4.3 UPGRADE FlashAirTM SDHC Memory Card (SD-WE Series <W-03>) V3.00.02 and earlier and FlashAirTM SDHC Memory Card (SD-WD/
CVE-2017-2161 LOW 3.5 UPGRADE FlashAirTM SDHC Memory Card (SD-WE Series <W-03>) V3.00.02 and earlier and FlashAirTM SDHC Memory Card (SD-WD/
CVE-2016-4863 MEDIUM 4.3 UPGRADE The Toshiba FlashAir SD-WD/WC series Class 6 model with firmware version 1.00.04 and later, FlashAir SD-WD/WC

References

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