CVE-2017-0017

Description

The RegEx class in the XSS filter in Microsoft Edge allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks and obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors, aka "Microsoft Edge Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0009, CVE-2017-0011, CVE-2017-0065, and CVE-2017-0068.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.41% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Edge
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0017 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96078 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038006 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0017?
CVE-2017-0017 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0017?
To fix CVE-2017-0017, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-0017 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-0017 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0017?
CVE-2017-0017 affects Microsoft Corporation Edge.
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