Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability in Microsoft Products
CVE-2017-11849

4.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Kernel
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 November 2017

What is CVE-2017-11849?

A vulnerability exists in the Windows kernel that permits an unauthorized user to potentially log in and execute a specially crafted application. This issue arises from improper memory address initialization, exposing sensitive information that could be leveraged by attackers to gain unauthorized access. The vulnerability affects various versions of the Windows operating system, underscoring the importance of applying timely security updates to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Kernel Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1, Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server, version 1709.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101762
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039782
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2017-11849 : Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability in Microsoft Products