CVE-2017-11827: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 15 2017(Updated: )
Internet Explorer in Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, and Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer in Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an attacker to gain the same user rights as the current user, due to how Microsoft browsers handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Browser Memory Corruption Vulnerability".
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =11 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Edge Beta | ||
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Internet Explorer | =10 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11827?
CVE-2017-11827 has a severity rating that indicates a significant risk to affected systems, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What are the affected software for CVE-2017-11827?
CVE-2017-11827 affects several versions of Internet Explorer and multiple Windows operating systems, particularly those running Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, and Windows 10 variants.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11827?
To fix CVE-2017-11827, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected software.
Can CVE-2017-11827 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-11827 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute malicious code without user interaction.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2017-11827?
The potential impact of CVE-2017-11827 includes unauthorized access to sensitive information and control over the affected systems.
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