Vulnerability identifier: #VU6288
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
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 escalate his privileges.
The vulnerability exists due to an error within Microsoft Graphics Component (GDI) implementation when handling objects in memory. A local user can execute arbitrary code on the target system with SYSTEM privileges.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow a local attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor’s website.
Vulnerable software versions
Windows: 7, 8.1 - 8.1 RT, 10
Windows Server: 2008 - 2016
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0156
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.