CVE-2017-0259

Name: CVE-2017-0259
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-05-12T14:29:04.91+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 9.66%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-0259 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Windows kernel in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows authenticated attackers to obtain sensitive information via a specially crafted document, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2017-0175, CVE-2017-0220, and CVE-2017-0258.. EPSS estimates a 9.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Windows kernel in Microsoft Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows authenticated attackers to obtain sensitive information via a specially crafted document, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability," a different vulnerability than CVE-2017-0175, CVE-2017-0220, and CVE-2017-0258.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

9.66%

94.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Windows 10	All versions
Microsoft	Windows 10	1511
Microsoft	Windows 10	1607
Microsoft	Windows 10	1703
Microsoft	Windows 8.1	All versions
Microsoft	Windows Rt 8.1	All versions
Microsoft	Windows Server 2012	r2
Microsoft	Windows Server 2016	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98113Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0259Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42007/
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98113Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0259Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42007/

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-0259?

How severe is CVE-2017-0259?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-0259 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-0259?

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-2017-0259?

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Source: NVD / NIST