PT-2017-1534 · Microsoft · Windows

Published

2017-03-14

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Updated

2017-08-16

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CVE-2017-0100

CVSS v3.1

7.8

High

VectorAV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Microsoft Windows versions prior to the fixed version
Description The issue is related to a DCOM object in Helppane.exe, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application. It is associated with weaknesses in the authentication procedure. This can enable a local attacker to elevate their privileges using a specially crafted application.
Recommendations For Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607, and Windows Server 2016, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.

Exploit

LPE

Improper Authentication

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Weakness Enumeration

Related Identifiers

BDU:2017-00679
CVE-2017-0100

Affected Products

Windows