CVE-2017-0171

Description

Windows DNS Server allows a denial of service vulnerability when Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows Server 2016 are configured to answer version queries, aka "Windows DNS Server Denial of Service Vulnerability".

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 21.48% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Windows DNS Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98097 vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0171 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0171?
CVE-2017-0171 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0171?
To fix CVE-2017-0171, 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-2017-0171 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-0171 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~21% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0171?
CVE-2017-0171 affects Microsoft Corporation Windows DNS Server.
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