CVE-2017-0293
HighSummary
The Microsoft Windows PDF Library in various versions of the operating system allows remote code execution due to improper handling of objects in memory.
Risk Assessment
Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to remote control over the system, posing a serious security threat to the organization.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update systems to the latest versions and apply appropriate security patches.
Other vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows PDF Library
See all- CVE-2017-8737High
The PDF library in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2016 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user due to the way the library handles objects in memory.
- CVE-2017-8728High
The PDF library in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, and Windows 10 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user. The issue arises from improper handling of objects in memory by this library.
Original NVD description (English source)
Microsoft Windows PDF Library in Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows a remote code execution vulnerability when it improperly handles objects in memory, aka "Windows PDF Remote Code Execution Vulnerability".