What is the severity of CVE-2017-0039?

CVE-2017-0039 is rated as 'Important' in its severity, indicating a significant potential impact on affected systems.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0039?

To fix CVE-2017-0039, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows Vista SP2 and Windows Server 2008 SP2.

Who is affected by CVE-2017-0039?

CVE-2017-0039 affects local users running Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 and Windows Server 2008 SP2.

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2017-0039?

CVE-2017-0039 is associated with local privilege escalation attacks via crafted applications.

Can CVE-2017-0039 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2017-0039 requires local access to exploit, making it not a remote vulnerability.

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CVE-2017-0039

critical

9.3

CWE

17/3/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-0039: Input Validation

First published: Fri Mar 17 2017(Updated: )

Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 and Server 2008 SP2 mishandle dynamic link library (DLL) loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Library Loading Input Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0039

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0039?
CVE-2017-0039 is rated as 'Important' in its severity, indicating a significant potential impact on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0039?
To fix CVE-2017-0039, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows Vista SP2 and Windows Server 2008 SP2.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-0039?
CVE-2017-0039 affects local users running Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 and Windows Server 2008 SP2.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2017-0039?
CVE-2017-0039 is associated with local privilege escalation attacks via crafted applications.
Can CVE-2017-0039 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-0039 requires local access to exploit, making it not a remote vulnerability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0039?
CVE-2017-0039 is rated as 'Important' in its severity, indicating a significant potential impact on affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0039?
To fix CVE-2017-0039, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows Vista SP2 and Windows Server 2008 SP2.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-0039?
CVE-2017-0039 affects local users running Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 and Windows Server 2008 SP2.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2017-0039?
CVE-2017-0039 is associated with local privilege escalation attacks via crafted applications.
Can CVE-2017-0039 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-0039 requires local access to exploit, making it not a remote vulnerability.