CVE-2017-0222

Known Exploited

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Internet Explorer improperly accesses objects in memory, aka "Internet Explorer Memory Corruption Vulnerability." This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-0226.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 61.67% Top 5%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Internet Explorer
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0222 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98127 vdb entry third party advisory broken link
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038423 vdb entry third party advisory broken link

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0222?
CVE-2017-0222 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0222?
To fix CVE-2017-0222, 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-2017-0222 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2017-0222 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~62% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0222?
CVE-2017-0222 affects Microsoft Corporation Internet Explorer.
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