#VU7212 Information disclosure in Windows and Windows Server - CVE-2017-0286

Vulnerability identifier: #VU7212

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:A/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-0286

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

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 remote attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.

The weakness exists due to improper handling of objects in memory by the Windows GDI component. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website and read arbitrary files on the system.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in information disclosure.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows: 7

Windows Server: 2008 R2 - 2008

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External links
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0286

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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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.