CVE-2017-8464
Microsoft Windows Shell (.lnk) Remote Code Execution
- Published14 Jun 2017
- Added to CISA KEV10 Feb 2022
- Remediation due10 Aug 2022
Description
Windows Shell in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .LNK file, which is not properly handled during icon display in Windows Explorer or any other application that parses the icon of the shortcut. aka "LNK Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8464
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2017-8464
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42382/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42429/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98818
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038671
Frequently asked
Is CVE-2017-8464 being actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2017-8464 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 10 Feb 2022.
How severe is CVE-2017-8464?
CVE-2017-8464 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 90.0% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2017-8464?
Affected products include Microsoft Windows 10 1511, Microsoft Windows 10 1607, Microsoft Windows 10 1703, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows 8.1, and 4 more.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8464?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
How Secuno handles this
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.