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CVE-2017-8712

5.3 · MEDIUM

The Windows Hyper-V component on Microsoft Windows 10 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an information disclosure vulnerability when it fails to properly validate input from an authenticat…

Published Sep 13, 2017CWE-200EPSS 2.05%

Overview

CVE-2017-8712 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 13, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Windows Hyper-V component on Microsoft Windows 10 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an information disclosure vulnerability when it fails to properly validate input from an authenticated user on a guest operating system, aka "Hyper-V Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8707, CVE-2017-8711, CVE-2017-8706, and CVE-2017-8713.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-8712?

CVE-2017-8712 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 13, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2017-8712?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-8712?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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