CVE-2017-8706

Description

The Windows Hyper-V component on Microsoft Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an information disclosure vulnerability when it fails to properly validate input from an authenticated user on a guest operating system, aka "Hyper-V Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8707, CVE-2017-8711, CVE-2017-8712, and CVE-2017-8713.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 3.07% Top 15%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Corporation Windows Hyper-V
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039317 third party advisory vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100789 third party advisory vdb entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8706 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-8706?
CVE-2017-8706 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-8706?
To fix CVE-2017-8706, 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-2017-8706 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-8706 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-8706?
CVE-2017-8706 affects Microsoft Corporation Windows Hyper-V.
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