CVE-2017-11850: Infoleak

Published Nov 15, 2017
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Updated

Microsoft Graphics Component in Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an attacker to log on to an affected system and run a specially crafted application due to improper handling of objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Graphics Component Information Disclosure Vulnerability".

Affected Software

11 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=1511
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 10=1703
Microsoft Windows 10=1709
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server=1709
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Event History

Nov 15, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-11850?

CVE-2017-11850 has been assigned a high severity rating due to the potential for an attacker to run arbitrary code on affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-11850?

To fix CVE-2017-11850, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

3

Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2017-11850?

CVE-2017-11850 affects Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and several versions of Windows Server.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2017-11850 enable?

CVE-2017-11850 can enable an attacker to log on and execute a specially crafted application which could compromise the system.

5

Is CVE-2017-11850 exploited in the wild?

At the time of its disclosure, CVE-2017-11850 had the potential to be exploited in the wild, making it critical to apply patches promptly.

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