CVE-2017-0245

Public Exploit

Description

The kernel-mode drivers in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2012 Gold allow a local authenticated attacker to execute a specially crafted application to obtain kernel information, aka "Win32k Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Category

4.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 19.64% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Windows
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42008/ exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98115 vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0245 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0245?
CVE-2017-0245 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0245?
To fix CVE-2017-0245, 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-2017-0245 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-0245 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~20% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0245?
CVE-2017-0245 affects Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Windows.
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