Risk | Low |
Patch available | YES |
Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
CVE-ID | CVE-2017-0038 |
CWE-ID | CWE-125 |
Exploitation vector | Network |
Public exploit | Public exploit code for vulnerability #1 is available. |
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Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system Windows Server Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
EUVDB-ID: #VU6051
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-0038
CWE-ID:
CWE-125 - Out-of-bounds read
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information on the target system.
The weakness exists due to improper handling EMF files in Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) when processing EMR_SETDIBITSTODEVICE record. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted EMF file, trick the victim into opening it and gain access to important data.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in information disclosure on the vulnerable system.
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Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 7 - Vista
Windows Server: 2008 - 2012 R2
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0038
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.