CVE-2017-8487: Critical severity microsoft windows server vulnerability
Published Jun 15, 2017
·Updated
Windows OLE in Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 allows an attacker to execute code when a victim opens a specially crafted file or program aka "Windows olecnv32.dll Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Microsoft Windows XP
Remediation
Event History
Jun 15, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8487?
CVE-2017-8487 has a critical severity level as it allows remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-8487?
To fix CVE-2017-8487, apply the relevant security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-8487?
CVE-2017-8487 affects Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Server 2003.
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What kind of attack does CVE-2017-8487 enable?
CVE-2017-8487 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code by opening a specially crafted file or program.
5
Is CVE-2017-8487 still a risk to modern systems?
CVE-2017-8487 primarily affects legacy systems, so modern systems are not at risk unless they are running outdated software.