CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-0246

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The Graphics Component in kernel-mode drivers in various versions of Windows allows local users to gain elevated privileges via a crafted application. In Windows 7 on x64-based systems and later, it may also lead to denial of service.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability can be exploited by local users to escalate privileges, posing a serious threat to system integrity. It may lead to unauthorized access to data or system resources.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the system to the latest versions that include security patches. Additionally, monitor and restrict local user access to the system.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The Graphics Component in the kernel-mode drivers in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607, and Windows Server 2016 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application or in Windows 7 for x64-based Systems and later, cause denial of service, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS