Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Products
CVE-2017-0087

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Uniscribe
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 March 2017

What is CVE-2017-0087?

The vulnerability in Uniscribe within various versions of Microsoft Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code when a user visits a specially crafted website. This can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of system resources. It affects Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1, highlighting the need for users to apply security updates and practice safe browsing habits to mitigate potential threats.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Uniscribe Uniscribe in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41650/
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037992
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EPSS Score

33% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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