What is the severity of CVE-2017-0089?

CVE-2017-0089 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0089?

To mitigate CVE-2017-0089, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0089?

CVE-2017-0089 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0089?

CVE-2017-0089 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited through malicious web content.

Can CVE-2017-0089 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2017-0089 can be exploited by persuading a user to visit a specially crafted website.

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CVE-2017-0089

critical

9.3

CWE

119

17/3/2017

5/8/2024

CVE-2017-0089: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Mar 17 2017(Updated: )

Uniscribe in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted web site, aka "Uniscribe Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0072, CVE-2017-0083, CVE-2017-0084, CVE-2017-0086, CVE-2017-0087, CVE-2017-0088, and CVE-2017-0090.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0089

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0089?
CVE-2017-0089 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0089?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0089, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0089?
CVE-2017-0089 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0089?
CVE-2017-0089 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited through malicious web content.
Can CVE-2017-0089 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2017-0089 can be exploited by persuading a user to visit a specially crafted website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0089?
CVE-2017-0089 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0089?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0089, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2017-0089?
CVE-2017-0089 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-0089?
CVE-2017-0089 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited through malicious web content.
Can CVE-2017-0089 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2017-0089 can be exploited by persuading a user to visit a specially crafted website.