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Saruhan Karademir

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PT-2017-1643
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2017-03-14
Microsoft · Windows Server 2016 · CVE-2017-0021
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions** Microsoft Windows 10 1607 Windows Server 2016 **Description** The issue is related to improper validation of vSMB packet data in Hyper-V, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on a target OS. It is also described as a vulnerability related to insufficient access control in the Hyper-V application of the Windows operating system, which can be exploited by a specially crafted application. The vulnerability enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and affect the system. **Recommendations** For Microsoft Windows 10 1607, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. For Windows Server 2016, apply the necessary patch or update to resolve the vulnerability. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to Hyper-V to minimize the risk of exploitation.