CVE-2017-8736 Explained : Impact and Mitigation
Learn about CVE-2017-8736 affecting Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge in various Microsoft operating systems. Find out how to mitigate this information disclosure vulnerability.
A vulnerability known as "Microsoft Browser Information Disclosure Vulnerability" affects Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge in various Microsoft operating systems.
Understanding CVE-2017-8736
What is CVE-2017-8736?
The vulnerability allows attackers to obtain specific information from the parent domain by exploiting the parent domain verification feature in Microsoft browsers.
The Impact of CVE-2017-8736
This vulnerability affects Internet Explorer versions on Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, and Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer versions on Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-8736
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in Microsoft browsers allows attackers to access information from the parent domain.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Products: Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge
- Vendor: Microsoft Corporation
- Versions: Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016
Exploitation Mechanism
Attackers exploit the parent domain verification feature in Microsoft browsers to acquire information from the parent domain.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply security patches provided by Microsoft promptly.
- Consider using alternative browsers until the vulnerability is patched.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update and patch all software and operating systems.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential breaches.
Patching and Updates
Regularly check for security updates and patches from Microsoft to address this vulnerability.