Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Products
CVE-2017-8578

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
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
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 July 2017

Summary

The vulnerability exists in the Win32k component of Microsoft Windows, which does not adequately manage memory objects. An authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code within the context of the Kernel. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to elevate their privileges on the affected systems, potentially gaining full control. This poses significant risks, as it can enable unauthorized actions and compromise system integrity. All affected products should be promptly updated to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

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 Win32k

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038853
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-us/security-guidance...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99419
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CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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