XXE in Windows System Information Console
| Risk | Medium |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2017-8710 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-611 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Windows Server Operating systems & Components / Operating system Windows Operating systems & Components / Operating system |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one medium risk vulnerability.
1) XXE
EUVDB-ID: #VU8318
Risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2017-8710
CWE-ID:
CWE-611 - Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference ('XXE')
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.
An information disclosure vulnerability exists in the Windows System Information Console when it improperly parses XML input containing a reference to an external entity. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted XML file, trick the victim into opening it and 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-2017-8710
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.
