CVE-2017-0118 : Security Advisory and Response

Windows Uniscribe in various Microsoft Windows versions has a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to access sensitive information. This vulnerability is known as "Uniscribe Information Disclosure Vulnerability" and has multiple CVE identifiers.

Understanding CVE-2017-0118

The Uniscribe feature in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, 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 is affected by this vulnerability.

What is CVE-2017-0118?

The vulnerability in Windows Uniscribe allows remote attackers to extract sensitive data from process memory by luring users to visit a malicious website.

The Impact of CVE-2017-0118

Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability to access confidential information stored in the memory of a process.
The vulnerability poses a risk of information disclosure, potentially compromising user data and system security.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-0118

Windows Uniscribe vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Windows Uniscribe in various versions of Microsoft Windows is susceptible to remote attacks that can lead to information disclosure.

Affected Systems and Versions

Windows Vista SP2, 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 are impacted.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers exploit this vulnerability by tricking users into visiting a specially crafted website, enabling them to retrieve sensitive data from the system's memory.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures to address CVE-2017-0118.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Microsoft promptly to mitigate the vulnerability.
Educate users about the risks of visiting unknown or suspicious websites to prevent exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement robust cybersecurity protocols and practices to safeguard against potential information disclosure vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Regularly update and patch Windows systems to ensure protection against known vulnerabilities.