Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Hyper-V
CVE-2017-0212

7.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Hyper-v
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 May 2017

What is CVE-2017-0212?

The Windows Hyper-V component allows an elevation of privilege when vulnerable installations fail to adequately validate vSMB (virtual Server Message Block) packet data. Exploiting this vulnerability could enable attackers to gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary code in the context of the system, showcasing the importance of applying timely security updates.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Hyper-V Microsoft Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016.

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98099
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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