CVE-2017-0245

Name: CVE-2017-0245
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-12T14:29:03.77+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 7.70%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0245 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The kernel-mode drivers in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2012 Gold allow a local authenticated attacker to execute a specially crafted application to obtain kernel information, aka "Win32k Information Disclosure Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 7.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The kernel-mode drivers in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2012 Gold allow a local authenticated attacker to execute a specially crafted application to obtain kernel information, aka "Win32k Information Disclosure Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

7.70%

93.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

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 Server 2012	All versions	—

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98115Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0245Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42008/
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98115Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0245Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42008/

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0245?

How severe is CVE-2017-0245?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0245 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0245?

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