CVE-2017-0293

Description

Microsoft Windows PDF Library in Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows a remote code execution vulnerability when it improperly handles objects in memory, aka "Windows PDF Remote Code Execution Vulnerability".

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 22.53% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Windows PDF
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100039 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039092 vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0293 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0293?
CVE-2017-0293 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0293?
To fix CVE-2017-0293, 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-2017-0293 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-0293 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~23% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-0293?
CVE-2017-0293 affects Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Windows PDF.
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