CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-8522

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Microsoft browsers in Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2016 have a vulnerability that allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user. This issue occurs when JavaScript engines fail to render objects in memory.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability could lead to serious security breaches, allowing attackers to gain control over the user's system. It may result in data theft or the installation of malicious software.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update operating systems to the latest versions and apply security patches provided by Microsoft. Additionally, monitoring network activity for potential attacks is advised.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Microsoft browsers in Microsoft Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allow an allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user when the JavaScript engines fail to render when handling objects in memory in Microsoft browsers, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8517 and CVE-2017-8524.

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