Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Windows Graphics by Microsoft
CVE-2017-8527

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Graphics
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 June 2017

Summary

This vulnerability arises from the improper handling of objects in memory within the Windows Graphics subsystem. An attacker could exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code on the target system. Successful exploitation may permit the attacker to install programs, view, change, or delete data, or create new accounts with full user rights. The vulnerability impacts various versions of Windows, including Windows 7 through Windows 10, along with several server editions, highlighting the importance of incorporating security updates.

Affected Version(s)

Graphics 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, 1703, and Windows Server 2016

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038680
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98933
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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EPSS Score

73% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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