Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Malware Protection Engine on Windows Platforms
CVE-2017-8558

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Malware Protection Engine
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 June 2017

Summary

The Microsoft Malware Protection Engine, used in several Microsoft products, contains a vulnerability that arises due to improper scanning of specially crafted files. This flaw may lead to memory corruption, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The issue impacts various 32-bit versions of Microsoft Windows operating systems, including the Windows Server line and consumer editions. Users are advised to apply security updates to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Malware Protection Engine 32-bit versions only of Microsoft Forefront and Microsoft Defender on 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, Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 and 2016.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99262
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42264/
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038783
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK

EPSS Score

7% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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