Memory Corruption Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge Browser
CVE-2017-8646

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

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

Summary

A vulnerability exists in Microsoft Edge that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user. This issue arises from the way the browser's JavaScript engine renders content while managing objects in memory. Exploitation can lead to unauthorized access and compromise the security of the affected system. Users of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 with specific version distributions are encouraged to apply the necessary patches to mitigate potential risks.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Scripting Engine Windows 10 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100053
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42470/
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EPSS Score

64% 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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