CVE-2017-0056
First published: Fri Mar 17 2017(Updated: )
The kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; 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, and 1607; and Windows Server 2016 allow local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0024, CVE-2017-0026, CVE-2017-0078, CVE-2017-0079, CVE-2017-0080, CVE-2017-0081, CVE-2017-0082.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0056?
CVE-2017-0056 has a severity rating of important, indicating a potential privilege escalation risk.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0056?
To fix CVE-2017-0056, update your affected Microsoft Windows versions using the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0056?
CVE-2017-0056 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 versions 1511 and 1607, as well as various Windows Server versions.
Can CVE-2017-0056 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-0056 requires local access for exploitation, making it less of a concern for remote attacks.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0056?
CVE-2017-0056 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability in the Windows kernel-mode drivers.
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