CVE-2017-0244

Name: CVE-2017-0244
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-12T14:29:03.69+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.00%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0244 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 allows locally authenticated attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, or in Windows 7 for x64-based systems, cause denial of service, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 2.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, and Windows 7 SP1 allows locally authenticated attackers to gain privileges via a crafted application, or in Windows 7 for x64-based systems, cause denial of service, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.00%

78.2th 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

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98109Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038453
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0244Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98109Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038453
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0244Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0244?

How severe is CVE-2017-0244?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0244 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0244?

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