CVE-2017-0166
First published: Wed Apr 12 2017(Updated: )
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists in Windows when LDAP request buffer lengths are improperly calculated. In a remote attack scenario, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability by running a specially crafted application to send malicious traffic to a Domain Controller, aka "LDAP Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-0166?
CVE-2017-0166 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2017-0166?
To fix CVE-2017-0166, ensure that your system is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2017-0166?
CVE-2017-0166 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and Windows Server editions.
Can CVE-2017-0166 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-0166 can be exploited remotely if an attacker sends specially crafted LDAP requests to a Domain Controller.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2017-0166?
CVE-2017-0166 is associated with elevation of privilege attacks that allow unauthorized actions on affected systems.
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