CVE-2017-0246

Name: CVE-2017-0246
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-12T14:29:03.833+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.30%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0246 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Graphics Component in the kernel-mode drivers in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607, and Windows Server 2016 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application or in Windows 7 for x64-based Systems and later, cause denial of service, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 1.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Graphics Component in the kernel-mode drivers in Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, and 1607, and Windows Server 2016 allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application or in Windows 7 for x64-based Systems and later, cause denial of service, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.30%

66.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 10	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows 10	1511	—
Microsoft	Windows 10	1607	—
Microsoft	Windows 10	1703	—
Microsoft	Windows 7	All versions	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows 8.1	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows Rt 8.1	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 2008	All versions	Sp2
Microsoft	Windows Server 2008	r2	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows Server 2012	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 2012	r2	—
Microsoft	Windows Server 2016	All versions	—

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98108Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038449
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0246Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98108Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038449
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0246Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0246?

How severe is CVE-2017-0246?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0246 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0246?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2017-0246?

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Source: NVD / NIST