Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows SMBv1 Server
CVE-2017-0145

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Microsoft
Status: Windows Smb
Vendor: CVE Published:; 17 March 2017

Badges

💰 Ransomware👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 93%🦅 CISA Reported

Summary

The SMBv1 server in various versions of Microsoft Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending crafted packets. This vulnerability exists in several Windows operating systems, including Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and their corresponding server versions. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow an attacker to run malicious code on the victim's system, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data theft. It is crucial for users to apply the latest security updates to mitigate this risk.

CISA Reported

CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed as being exploited and is known by the CISA as enabling ransomware campaigns.

The CISA's recommendation is: Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Affected Version(s)

Windows SMB The SMBv1 server in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1; Windows 7 SP1; Windows 8.1; Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2; Windows RT 8.1; and Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

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