CVE-2017-8712: Infoleak
First published: Wed Sep 13 2017(Updated: )
The Windows Hyper-V component on Microsoft Windows 10 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an information disclosure vulnerability when it fails to properly validate input from an authenticated user on a guest operating system, aka "Hyper-V Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8707, CVE-2017-8711, CVE-2017-8706, and CVE-2017-8713.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8712?
CVE-2017-8712 has been rated as important in severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8712?
To fix CVE-2017-8712, apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2017-8712?
CVE-2017-8712 affects Microsoft Windows 10 versions 1607 and 1703, as well as Windows Server 2016.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8712?
CVE-2017-8712 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
When was CVE-2017-8712 disclosed?
CVE-2017-8712 was disclosed in July 2017.
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