Cloud Defense Logo

Products

Solutions

Company

CVE-2017-8468 : Security Advisory and Response

Learn about CVE-2017-8468, a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows allowing attackers to run processes with elevated privileges due to memory object handling issues in the Windows kernel. Find mitigation steps and affected versions here.

A vulnerability known as "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability" affects various versions of Microsoft Windows, allowing attackers to execute processes with elevated privileges due to memory object handling issues by the Windows kernel.

Understanding CVE-2017-8468

This CVE ID is distinct from CVE-2017-8465.

What is CVE-2017-8468?

The vulnerability in Microsoft Windows enables attackers to run processes in an elevated context by exploiting memory object handling vulnerabilities in the Windows kernel.

The Impact of CVE-2017-8468

        Attackers can execute processes with elevated privileges on affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-8468

The technical aspects of this vulnerability are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

        Named "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability"
        Allows attackers to run processes with elevated privileges

Affected Systems and Versions

        Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1
        Windows Server 2012 R2
        Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703
        Windows Server 2016

Exploitation Mechanism

        Improper handling of objects in memory by the Windows kernel

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address and prevent exploitation of CVE-2017-8468:

Immediate Steps to Take

        Apply security patches provided by Microsoft
        Monitor for any unusual system behavior
        Implement the principle of least privilege for user accounts

Long-Term Security Practices

        Regularly update and patch systems
        Conduct security training for employees to recognize phishing attempts
        Employ network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches

Patching and Updates

        Regularly check for and apply security updates and patches from Microsoft

Popular CVEs

CVE Id

Published Date

Is your System Free of Underlying Vulnerabilities?
Find Out Now