CVE-2017-8498

Description

Microsoft Edge in Windows 10 1607 and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an attacker to read data not intended to be disclosed when Edge allows JavaScript XML DOM objects to detect installed browser extensions, aka "Microsoft Edge Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8504.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 9.89% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Edge
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98886 vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8498 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8498?
CVE-2017-8498 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-8498?
To fix CVE-2017-8498, 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-2017-8498 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-8498 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~10% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-8498?
CVE-2017-8498 affects Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Edge.
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