CVE-2017-0295

Description

Microsoft Windows 10 1607 and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allow an authenticated attacker to modify the C:\Users\DEFAULT folder structure, aka "Windows Default Folder Tampering Vulnerability".

5.5

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.34%

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Windows

References

Link	Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0295	patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98904	vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038674	vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-0295?: CVE-2017-0295 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-0295?: To fix CVE-2017-0295, 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-2017-0295 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-0295 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-2017-0295?: CVE-2017-0295 affects Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Windows.

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