CVE-2017-11858: Buffer Overflow
ChakraCore and Internet Explorer in Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 and 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 "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-2017-11841, CVE-2017-11843, CVE-2017-11846, 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-2017-11858?
CVE-2017-11858 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11858?
To fix CVE-2017-11858, update your Microsoft software to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2017-11858?
CVE-2017-11858 affects Microsoft ChakraCore, Internet Explorer, and various versions of Windows including 7 SP1, 8.1, and Windows 10.
Can CVE-2017-11858 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-11858 can be exploited remotely if the affected applications are accessed via a malicious website or file.
Is my version of Internet Explorer safe from CVE-2017-11858?
Internet Explorer versions prior to the latest security updates may be vulnerable to CVE-2017-11858, so it's critical to update.