CVE-2017-0155

Name: CVE-2017-0155
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-04-12T14:59:00.267+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.11%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0155 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Graphics component in the kernel in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1; and Windows 7 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Graphics Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 2.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Graphics component in the kernel in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2; Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1; and Windows 7 SP1 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Windows Graphics Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.11%

79.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 7	All versions	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows Server 2008	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows Server 2008	r2	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows Vista	All versions	Sp2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97471Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038237
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0155Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97471Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038237
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0155Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 12, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0155?

How severe is CVE-2017-0155?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0155 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0155?

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