What is the severity of CVE-2017-8735?

CVE-2017-8735 has a medium severity level due to its potential to lead users to malicious sites based on spoofed content.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8735?

To fix CVE-2017-8735, ensure that Microsoft Edge is updated to the latest version where this vulnerability is patched.

Which versions of Microsoft Edge are affected by CVE-2017-8735?

CVE-2017-8735 affects Microsoft Edge on Windows 10 versions Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, as well as Windows Server 2016.

Can CVE-2017-8735 be exploited remotely?

Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2017-8735 remotely by redirecting the user to a specially crafted webpage.

What types of attacks can CVE-2017-8735 enable?

CVE-2017-8735 can enable phishing attacks by tricking users into believing they are visiting a legitimate website.

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CVE-2017-8735

medium

4.3

13/9/2017

17/9/2024

CVE-2017-8735

First published: Wed Sep 13 2017(Updated: )

Microsoft Edge in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an attacker to trick a user by redirecting the user to a specially crafted website, due to the way that Microsoft Edge parses HTTP content, aka "Microsoft Edge Spoofing Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8724.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10	=1511
Microsoft Windows 10	=1607
Microsoft Windows 10	=1703
Microsoft Windows Server 2016

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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8735

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8735?
CVE-2017-8735 has a medium severity level due to its potential to lead users to malicious sites based on spoofed content.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8735?
To fix CVE-2017-8735, ensure that Microsoft Edge is updated to the latest version where this vulnerability is patched.
Which versions of Microsoft Edge are affected by CVE-2017-8735?
CVE-2017-8735 affects Microsoft Edge on Windows 10 versions Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, as well as Windows Server 2016.
Can CVE-2017-8735 be exploited remotely?
Yes, an attacker can exploit CVE-2017-8735 remotely by redirecting the user to a specially crafted webpage.
What types of attacks can CVE-2017-8735 enable?
CVE-2017-8735 can enable phishing attacks by tricking users into believing they are visiting a legitimate website.

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