CVE-2017-8528: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jun 15 2017(Updated: )
Uniscribe in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, Windows Server 2016, Microsoft Office 2007 SP3, and Microsoft Office 2010 SP2 allows a remote code execution vulnerability due to the way it handles objects in memory, aka "Windows Uniscribe Remote Code Execution Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-0283.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8528?
CVE-2017-8528 has been rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8528?
To fix CVE-2017-8528, ensure that all affected Microsoft software is updated to the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.
Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2017-8528?
CVE-2017-8528 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, and various editions of Windows Server.
Is CVE-2017-8528 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2017-8528 is a remote code execution vulnerability that can be exploited by an attacker from a remote location.
How does CVE-2017-8528 impact Microsoft Office installations?
CVE-2017-8528 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on systems running affected versions of Microsoft Office, notably Office 2007 SP3 and Office 2010 SP2.
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