CVE-2017-0039

Description

Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 and Server 2008 SP2 mishandle dynamic link library (DLL) loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Library Loading Input Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

7.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 13.53% Top 10%

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: Microsoft Corporation Windows DLL

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038001	vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96024	third party advisory vdb entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0039	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0039?: CVE-2017-0039 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0039?: To fix CVE-2017-0039, 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-2017-0039 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2017-0039 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~14% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0039?: CVE-2017-0039 affects Microsoft Corporation Windows DLL.

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