CVE-2017-0017

Name: CVE-2017-0017
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-17T00:59:00.523+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 41.95%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0017 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The RegEx class in the XSS filter in Microsoft Edge allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks and obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors, aka "Microsoft Edge Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0009, CVE-2017-0011, CVE-2017-0065, and CVE-2017-0068.. EPSS estimates a 41.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The RegEx class in the XSS filter in Microsoft Edge allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks and obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors, aka "Microsoft Edge Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0009, CVE-2017-0011, CVE-2017-0065, and CVE-2017-0068.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

41.95%

98.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Edge	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96078Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038006
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0017Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96078Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038006
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0017Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 17, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0017?

How severe is CVE-2017-0017?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0017 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 41.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0017?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST