CVE-2017-0090: Buffer Overflow

Published 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-2017-0089.

Affected Software

4 affected components

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0090

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-2017-0090?

CVE-2017-0090 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0090?

To mitigate CVE-2017-0090, ensure your Windows operating system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.

What systems are affected by CVE-2017-0090?

CVE-2017-0090 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1.

Can CVE-2017-0090 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-0090 can be exploited remotely through a specially crafted website.

What kind of attacks can CVE-2017-0090 enable?

CVE-2017-0090 can enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.