CVE-2017-0263

Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1 Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 Microsoft Windows 8.1 Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2 Microsoft Windows RT 8.1 Microsoft Windows 10 versions Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703 Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Description The issue is related to the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows, which incorrectly handle objects in memory, allowing local users to gain privileges via a crafted application. This can enable an attacker to elevate their privileges. The estimated number of potentially affected devices and details about real-world incidents are not specified.

Recommendations For Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows 8.1, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows RT 8.1, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows 10 versions Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. For Microsoft Windows Server 2016, update to a version that includes the fix for this issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the kernel-mode drivers until a patch is available.