CVE-2017-8759: Microsoft .NET Framework Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Sep 13 2017(Updated: )
Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.6, 4.6.1, 4.6.2 and 4.7 allow an attacker to execute code remotely via a malicious document or application, aka ".NET Framework Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
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| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =2.0-sp2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =3.5 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =3.5.1 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.5.2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6.1 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6.2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.7 | |
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.5.2 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =3.5.1 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =3.5 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =2.0-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| All of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.7 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6.1 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6.2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.7 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.6.2 | |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4 | =4.7 | |
| Any of | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100742
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039324
- https://github.com/GitHubAssessments/CVE_Assessments_01_2020
- https://github.com/bhdresh/CVE-2017-8759
- https://github.com/nccgroup/CVE-2017-8759
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8759
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42711/
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-8759
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8759?
CVE-2017-8759 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8759?
To fix CVE-2017-8759, you should apply the relevant Microsoft security updates for the .NET Framework versions that are affected.
What versions of .NET Framework are impacted by CVE-2017-8759?
CVE-2017-8759 affects .NET Framework versions 2.0, 3.5, 3.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.6, 4.6.1, 4.6.2, and 4.7.
Can I test for CVE-2017-8759 in my environment?
You can test for CVE-2017-8759 by validating if the vulnerable .NET Framework versions are present and checking for applied patches.
What kind of attack vector does CVE-2017-8759 utilize?
CVE-2017-8759 can be exploited through malicious documents or applications that lead to remote code execution.
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