CVE-2017-11852

Description

Microsoft GDI Component in Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1 allows an attacker to log on to an affected system and run a specially crafted application to compromise the user's system, due improperly disclosing kernel memory addresses, aka "Windows GDI Information Disclosure Vulnerability".

Category

4.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.33% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation GDI
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-11852 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101739 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039782 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-11852?
CVE-2017-11852 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-11852?
To fix CVE-2017-11852, 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-2017-11852 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-11852 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-11852?
CVE-2017-11852 affects Microsoft Corporation GDI.
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