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CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2017-8543: Microsoft Windows Search Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Thu Jun 15 2017(Updated: )

Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Windows XP x64 XP2, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista, Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allow an attacker to take control of the affected system when Windows Search fails to handle objects in memory, aka "Windows Search Remote Code Execution Vulnerability".

Credit: secure@microsoft.com secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Windows 10
Windows 10=1511
Windows 10=1607
Windows 10=1703
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the affected products for CVE-2017-8543?

    CVE-2017-8543 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and several Windows Server editions.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-8543?

    CVE-2017-8543 is classified as a critical vulnerability that can potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-8543?

    To fix CVE-2017-8543, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your operating system.

  • Is CVE-2017-8543 still a risk if I'm using a supported version of Windows?

    Yes, if you are using a supported version of Windows, it is critical to ensure that your system is updated regularly to mitigate risks from CVE-2017-8543.

  • What exploits exist for CVE-2017-8543?

    Exploits for CVE-2017-8543 include methods that leverage the vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially allowing attackers to take control of the affected system.

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