SB2017061309 - Windows Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Published: June 13, 2017
Security Bulletin ID
SB2017061309
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Remote code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-0294)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.The weakness exists due to an error when handling malicious cabinet files. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening or installing a specially crafted cabinet file and execute arbitrary code with privileges of the current user.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.