Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft SMB on Windows Platforms
CVE-2017-0272

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Server Message Block 1.0
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 May 2017

What is CVE-2017-0272?

The Microsoft Server Message Block 1.0 (SMBv1) protocol has a security flaw in how it processes specific requests, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely. This issue impacts various versions of Windows, including Windows Server and Windows 10, making it a critical concern for users and administrators alike. To mitigate the risk, it is essential to apply security updates and consider disabling SMBv1 where possible. Affected systems may expose themselves to significant threats if left unpatched.

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Affected Version(s)

Server Message Block 1.0 Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98260
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-058-02
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EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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