Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Kernel Mode Driver
CVE-2017-8689

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Kernel Mode Driver
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 October 2017

Summary

The Microsoft Windows Kernel Mode Driver is vulnerable to an elevation of privilege issue that arises when it inadequately manages objects in memory. This flaw can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, potentially compromising the integrity and security of the affected system. Users are advised to apply security updates to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability, which affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, 8.1, and various editions of Windows Server.

Affected Version(s)

Kernel Mode Driver 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

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039526
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101128
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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