CVE-2017-0073: Infoleak
First published: Fri Mar 17 2017(Updated: )
The Graphics Device Interface (GDI) 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; and Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory via a crafted web site, aka "Windows GDI+ Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0060 and CVE-2017-0062.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Live Meeting | =2007 | |
| Microsoft Lync Server | =2010 | |
| Microsoft Lync Server | =2010 | |
| Microsoft Lync Server | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Word Viewer | ||
| Microsoft Skype for Business | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Skype For Business Basic 2016 | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0073?
CVE-2017-0073 is classified with a medium severity rating, allowing attackers to access sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0073?
To fix CVE-2017-0073, ensure you apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected software versions.
Which versions of Microsoft software are affected by CVE-2017-0073?
CVE-2017-0073 affects several Microsoft products including Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, and various versions of Microsoft Office.
Can CVE-2017-0073 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2017-0073 can potentially lead to data breaches by allowing remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from process memory.
Is CVE-2017-0073 actively being exploited?
While there have been reports of CVE-2017-0073 being exploited in the wild, it is essential to implement security measures to prevent such attacks.
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