CVE-2017-11762: Input Validation

Published Oct 13, 2017

Updated

The Microsoft Graphics Component on Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows a remote code execution vulnerability in the way it handles specially crafted embedded fonts, aka "Microsoft Graphics Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-11763.

Affected Software

12 affected components

Microsoft Windows 10

Microsoft Windows 10=1511

Microsoft Windows 10=1607

Microsoft Windows 10=1703

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-11762

Event History

Oct 13, 2017

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-11762?

CVE-2017-11762 has been classified as a critical remote code execution vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2017-11762?

To fix CVE-2017-11762, it's essential to apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.

What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2017-11762?

CVE-2017-11762 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2016, among others.

Can CVE-2017-11762 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-11762 can be exploited remotely, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2017-11762?

While applying updates is strongly recommended, disabling the Microsoft Graphics Component may serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2017-11762.