Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Windows IME for Various Microsoft Products
CVE-2017-8591

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Windows Shell
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 August 2017

Summary

The vulnerability in the Windows Input Method Editor (IME) occurs due to improper handling of memory objects, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system. This issue affects multiple versions of Windows, including client and server editions, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of data processed through these systems.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Shell 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

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039097
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99430
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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EPSS Score

38% 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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