CVE-2017-11851: Infoleak
The Windows kernel component on Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, 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 information disclosure vulnerability when it improperly handles objects in memory, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-11842, CVE-2017-11849, and CVE-2017-11853.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11851?
CVE-2017-11851 is categorized with a severity rating that indicates it can lead to potential information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11851?
To address CVE-2017-11851, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected systems.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2017-11851?
CVE-2017-11851 affects various Windows versions including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and several Windows Server editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-11851?
CVE-2017-11851 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability in the Windows kernel.
Can CVE-2017-11851 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2017-11851 may allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, but it requires certain conditions to be exploited.