CVE-2017-11841: Buffer Overflow
ChakraCore and Microsoft Edge 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 the scripting engine handles objects in memory, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-11836, CVE-2017-11837, CVE-2017-11838, CVE-2017-11839, CVE-2017-11840, CVE-2017-11843, CVE-2017-11846, CVE-2017-11858, CVE-2017-11859, CVE-2017-11861, CVE-2017-11862, CVE-2017-11866, CVE-2017-11869, CVE-2017-11870, CVE-2017-11871, and CVE-2017-11873.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11841?
CVE-2017-11841 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing attackers to gain the same user rights as the current user.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11841?
To mitigate CVE-2017-11841, update your system with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which software is affected by CVE-2017-11841?
CVE-2017-11841 affects Microsoft ChakraCore, Microsoft Edge, and certain versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-11841?
CVE-2017-11841 is a scripting engine memory corruption vulnerability.
Can I be attacked through CVE-2017-11841 in a non-Admin user account?
Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2017-11841 to gain the same rights as the current user, regardless of account privileges.