CVE-2017-0082

Name: CVE-2017-0082
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-17T00:59:02.167+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.39%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0082 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold and 1511 allow local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0024, CVE-2017-0026, CVE-2017-0056, CVE-2017-0078, CVE-2017-0079, CVE-2017-0080, and CVE-2017-0081.. EPSS estimates a 2.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows 10 Gold and 1511 allow local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This vulnerability is different from those described in CVE-2017-0024, CVE-2017-0026, CVE-2017-0056, CVE-2017-0078, CVE-2017-0079, CVE-2017-0080, and CVE-2017-0081.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.39%

81.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Windows 10	All versions
Microsoft	Windows 10	1511

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96635Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038017
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0082Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96635Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038017
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0082Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0082?

How severe is CVE-2017-0082?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0082 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0082?

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