Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge
CVE-2017-8598

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, And 1703, And Windows Server 2016
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 July 2017

Summary

The vulnerability exists in the JavaScript engine of Microsoft Edge where improper memory handling can lead to arbitrary code execution. When the engine fails to render objects in memory correctly, it creates an opportunity for attackers to exploit the issue, potentially executing malicious code under the context of the current user. This vulnerability affects multiple versions of Microsoft Edge across Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016, posing significant security risks.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 Microsoft Edge

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99417
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038849
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-us/security-guidance...
x_refsource_CONFIRM

EPSS Score

9% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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