CVE-2017-8695: Infoleak
Windows Uniscribe in Microsoft 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, 1703, and Server 2016; Office 2007 SP3; Office 2010 SP2; Word Viewer; Office for Mac 2011 and 2016; Skype for Business 2016; Lync 2013 SP1; Lync 2010; Lync 2010 Attendee; and Live Meeting 2007 Add-in and Console allows an attacker to obtain information to further compromise a user's system via a specially crafted document or an untrusted webpage, aka "Graphics Component Information Disclosure Vulnerability."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8695?
CVE-2017-8695 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8695?
To fix CVE-2017-8695, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected software.
Which software is affected by CVE-2017-8695?
CVE-2017-8695 affects various Microsoft products including Windows 7, Windows 10, Office 2007, and Skype for Business 2016 among others.
What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2017-8695?
Exploitation of CVE-2017-8695 could allow an attacker to run arbitrary code in the context of the logged-in user.
Is CVE-2017-8695 actively exploited in the wild?
Yes, CVE-2017-8695 has been reported as being actively exploited in the wild, making timely remediation critical.