#VU6278 Privilege escalation in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2017-0165


Vulnerability identifier: #VU6278

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 7.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-0165

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components / Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to obtain elevated privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when handling objects in memory. A local user can execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow a local user to elevate his privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install update from Microsoft website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows: 8.1 RT - 8.1, 10

Windows Server: 2012 R2 - 2012


External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0165


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.


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