CVE-2017-9046

Public Exploit

Description

winpm-32.exe in Pegasus Mail (aka Pmail) v4.72 build 572 allows code execution via a crafted ssgp.dll file that must be installed locally. For example, if ssgp.dll is on the desktop and executes arbitrary code in the DllMain function, then clicking on a mailto: link on a remote web page triggers the attack.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.11%
Third-Party Advisory packetstormsecurity.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/142606/Pegasus-4.72-Build-572-Remote-Code-Execution.html third party advisory vdb entry exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-9046?
CVE-2017-9046 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-9046?
To fix CVE-2017-9046, 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-2017-9046 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-9046 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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