CWE
281
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-8589

First published: Tue Jul 11 2017(Updated: )

Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows a remote code execution vulnerability due to the way that Windows Search handles objects in memory, aka "Windows Search Remote Code Execution Vulnerability".

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=1511
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 10=1703
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-8589?

    CVE-2017-8589 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-8589?

    To fix CVE-2017-8589, apply the latest Microsoft security patches for your operating system.

  • What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2017-8589?

    CVE-2017-8589 affects multiple versions including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server editions.

  • Can CVE-2017-8589 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2017-8589 allows for remote exploitation, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • What are the symptoms of CVE-2017-8589 exploitation?

    Symptoms of CVE-2017-8589 exploitation may include unexpected system behavior or crashes, and unauthorized access to system resources.

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