Vulnerability identifier: #VU8306
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: 5.4 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Windows
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Microsoft
Description
The 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.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Windows Server: 2008 R2 - 2008
Windows: 7
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8685
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.