CVE-2017-0155: High severity microsoft windows 7 vulnerability
Published Apr 12, 2017
·Updated
The Graphics component in the kernel in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1; and Windows 7 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Graphics Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
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
Event History
Apr 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0155?
CVE-2017-0155 is regarded as a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2017-0155?
To mitigate CVE-2017-0155, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected systems.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2017-0155?
CVE-2017-0155 affects users of Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, and Windows 7 with specific service packs.
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What could an attacker do with CVE-2017-0155?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2017-0155 could gain elevated privileges through a crafted application.
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Is CVE-2017-0155 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2017-0155 is a local vulnerability that requires local access to exploit.