CVE-2017-0042: Infoleak

Published Mar 17, 2017

Updated

Windows Media Player in Microsoft Windows 8.1; Windows Server 2012 R2; Windows RT 8.1; Windows 7 SP1; Windows 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows Server 2016; Windows Vista SP2; and Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted web site, aka "Windows Media Player Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Affected Software

11 affected components

Microsoft Windows 10

Microsoft Windows 10=1511

Microsoft Windows 10=1607

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0042

Event History

Mar 17, 2017

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0042?

CVE-2017-0042 has a severity rating of important, indicating a significant risk to affected systems.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0042?

To fix CVE-2017-0042, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2017-0042?

CVE-2017-0042 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (various builds), and Windows Server 2008/R2.

Can CVE-2017-0042 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-0042 can be exploited remotely via a specially crafted website.

What type of impact can CVE-2017-0042 have on my system?

CVE-2017-0042 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information on the affected system.