Information disclosure in Microsoft Windows GDI
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 4 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2017-8676 CVE-2017-8688 CVE-2017-8684 CVE-2017-8685 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-200 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit |
Public exploit code for vulnerability #3 is available. Public exploit code for vulnerability #4 is available. |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system Windows Server Operating systems & Components / Operating system Microsoft Office for Mac Client/Desktop applications / Office applications Microsoft Office Client/Desktop applications / Office applications Microsoft Word Client/Desktop applications / Office applications Skype for Business Client/Desktop applications / Messaging software Microsoft Lync Client/Desktop applications / Messaging software Microsoft Live Meeting Client/Desktop applications / Messaging software Lync Attendee Client/Desktop applications / Messaging software |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains information about 4 vulnerabilities.
1) Information disclosure
EUVDB-ID: #VU8303
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-8676
CWE-ID:
CWE-200 - Information exposure
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to obtain potentially sensitive information.
An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) handles objects in memory, allowing an attacker to retrieve information from a targeted system. A local user can gain access to potentially sensitive information.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 7 - 10
Windows Server: 2008 - 2016 10.0.14393.10
Microsoft Office for Mac: 2011 - 2016
Microsoft Office: 2007 - 2010 Service Pack 2
Microsoft Word: Viewer
Skype for Business: 2016
Microsoft Lync: 2010 - 2013
Microsoft Live Meeting: 2007 Add-in - 2007 Console
Lync Attendee: 2010
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8676
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
2) Information disclosure
EUVDB-ID: #VU8304
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-8688
CWE-ID:
CWE-200 - Information exposure
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to improper handling objects in memory by the Windows Graphics Device Interface+ (GDI+). A local attacker can run a specially crafted application and retrieve arbitrary data on the target system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 7 - 10
Windows Server: 2008 - 2016 10.0.14393.10
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8688
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
3) Information disclosure
EUVDB-ID: #VU8305
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-8684
CWE-ID:
CWE-200 - Information exposure
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to obtain potentially sensitive information.
An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) handles objects in memory, allowing an attacker to retrieve information from a targeted system. A local user can gain access to potentially sensitive information.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows: 7 - 8.1 RT
Windows Server: 2008 - 2012 R2
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8684
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
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.
4) Information disclosure
EUVDB-ID: #VU8306
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-8685
CWE-ID:
CWE-200 - Information exposure
Exploit availability: Yes
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to obtain potentially sensitive information.
An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) handles objects in memory, allowing an attacker to retrieve information from a targeted system. A local user can gain access to potentially sensitive information.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWindows Server: 2008 - 2008 R2
Windows: 7
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8685
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
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.
