Memory Corruption Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge on Windows 10
CVE-2017-8638

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Scripting Engine
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 August 2017

Summary

Microsoft Edge in Windows 10 version 1703 is susceptible to a memory corruption issue that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code within the context of the current user. This flaw arises from the browser's JavaScript engine improperly managing objects in memory while rendering content. Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to significant security risks, as attackers may gain unauthorized access to sensitive information or execute malicious code at the user level.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Scripting Engine Windows 10 1703.

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100049
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039095
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EPSS Score

34% 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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