CVE-2017-8464

Known Exploited Public Exploit

Description

Windows Shell in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .LNK file, which is not properly handled during icon display in Windows Explorer or any other application that parses the icon of the shortcut. aka "LNK Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

8.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 93.64% Top 5%

KEV Since

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: Microsoft Corporation Windows Shell

References

Link	Tags
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42382/	exploit vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8464	patch vendor advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42429/	exploit vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038671	vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98818	vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8464?: CVE-2017-8464 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-8464?: To fix CVE-2017-8464, 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-2017-8464 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is confirmed that CVE-2017-8464 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~94% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-8464?: CVE-2017-8464 affects Microsoft Corporation Windows Shell.

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