Windows Graphics Component Information Disclosure Vulnerability



Published: 2017-03-14
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.
Vulnerable software
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Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Windows Server
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor Microsoft

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Out-of-bounds read

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

Description

The 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.

Mitigation

Install updates from Microsoft website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows: 7 - Vista

Windows Server: 2008 - 2012 R2

External links

http://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.



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