CVE-2017-11927: Infoleak

Published Dec 12, 2017
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Updated

Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703 and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allow an information vulnerability due to the way the Windows its:// protocol handler determines the zone of a request, aka "Microsoft Windows Information Disclosure Vulnerability".

Affected Software

14 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=1511
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 10=1703
Microsoft Windows 10=1709
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server=1709
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Event History

Dec 12, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-11927?

CVE-2017-11927 has a significant severity rating that could potentially allow unauthorized information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-11927?

To fix CVE-2017-11927, ensure you apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

3

What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2017-11927?

CVE-2017-11927 affects various versions including Windows 7 SP1, 8.1, Windows 10 (various builds), and several Windows Server editions.

4

Can CVE-2017-11927 lead to data leakage?

Yes, CVE-2017-11927 may allow information disclosure, which could result in sensitive data leakage.

5

Is CVE-2017-11927 actively exploited?

There have been instances of CVE-2017-11927 being targeted in the wild, thus it is advisable to remediate it promptly.

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