Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Search Component
CVE-2017-11771

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Windows Search
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 October 2017

Summary

The Windows Search component of Microsoft Windows has a vulnerability that may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. This issue arises when the component fails to correctly process DNS responses, potentially enabling unauthorized access to affected systems. A wide range of Windows products, including multiple versions of Windows Server and client editions, are impacted, highlighting the importance of maintaining current security patches to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Search 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

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101114
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039538
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EPSS Score

62% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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