Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Office Graphics Component
CVE-2017-0014

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Windows Graphics Component
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 March 2017

Summary

The vulnerability in the Windows Graphics Component affects multiple versions of Microsoft Office and Windows. It enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting an improperly handled crafted website. This could lead to unauthorized actions on the affected systems, highlighting the necessity for security updates to mitigate the threat. Users should ensure their systems are up to date with the latest security patches to protect against potential exploits.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Graphics Component The Windows Graphics Component in Microsoft Office 2010 SP2; Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1; Windows 7 SP1; Windows 8.1; Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2; Windows RT 8.1; Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96013
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038002
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EPSS Score

28% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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