CVE-2017-11829

Description

Microsoft Windows 10 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability when the Windows Update Delivery Optimization does not properly enforce file share permissions.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 2.28% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Windows 10
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039526 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101213 vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-11829 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-11829?
CVE-2017-11829 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-11829?
To fix CVE-2017-11829, 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-2017-11829 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-11829 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-11829?
CVE-2017-11829 affects Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Windows 10.
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