Buffer overflow in Microsoft Windows RDP for Windows XP/2003
| Risk | Critical |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2017-0176 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-119 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system Windows Server Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one critical risk vulnerability.
1) Buffer overflow
EUVDB-ID: #VU10261
Risk: Critical
CVSSv3.1: 9.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-0176
CWE-ID:
CWE-119 - Memory corruption
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in the Smart Card authentication code in gpkcsp.dll within Windows Remote Desktop services. A remote attacker can send specially crafted packets to the vulnerable system, trigger buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to gain complete control over the affected system.
Note: this vulnerability was publicly disclosed by the Shadow Brokers hacking team along with a fully functional exploit known as "“EsteemAudit".
The vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.
Install a security patch:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4022747/security-update-for-windows-xp-and-windows-server-2...
Windows: XP
Windows Server: 2003
External linksQ & 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?
Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.
