CVE-2017-0163

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Windows Hyper-V Network Switch running on a host server fails to properly validate input from an authenticated user on a guest operating system, aka "Hyper-V Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-0162, CVE-2017-0180, and CVE-2017-0181.

Category

7.6
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.38%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Windows Hyper-V
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0163 patch vendor advisory mitigation
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97465 third party advisory vdb entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038233 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0163?
CVE-2017-0163 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0163?
To fix CVE-2017-0163, 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-2017-0163 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-0163 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0163?
CVE-2017-0163 affects Microsoft Corporation Windows Hyper-V.
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