CVE-2017-0101: Microsoft Windows Transaction Manager Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Fri Mar 17 2017(Updated: )
The kernel-mode drivers in Transaction Manager in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2; 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 "Windows Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0101?
CVE-2017-0101 has a severity rating of important due to its potential to allow local users to escalate privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0101?
To fix CVE-2017-0101, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected version of Windows.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2017-0101?
CVE-2017-0101 affects various versions including Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (Gold, 1511, 1607), and multiple server editions.
Can CVE-2017-0101 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2017-0101 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2017-0101?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-0101 could lead to unauthorized privilege escalation for local users.
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