Information Disclosure Vulnerability in Microsoft Graphics Component on Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016
CVE-2017-8693

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Graphics Component
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 October 2017

Summary

The Microsoft Graphics Component on various versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 contains a flaw that could lead to information disclosure. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of objects in memory, which could allow an attacker to gain access to sensitive information. Exploitation of this issue could potentially enable unauthorized access to data, posing a risk to user privacy and system security.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Graphics Component Microsoft Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039536
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101096
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
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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