CVE-2017-8464

Name: CVE-2017-8464
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-06-15T01:29:02.727+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 90.03%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-8464 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Windows Shell in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .LNK file, which is not properly handled during icon display in Windows Explorer or any other application that parses the icon of the shortcut. aka "LNK Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.". CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 90.03% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Windows Shell in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .LNK file, which is not properly handled during icon display in Windows Explorer or any other application that parses the icon of the shortcut. aka "LNK Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

90.03%

99.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by Aug 10, 2022.

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 10 1511	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows 10 1607	All versions	—
Microsoft	Windows 10 1703	All versions	—
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/98818Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038671Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8464Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42382/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42429/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98818Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038671Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8464Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42382/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42429/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2017-8464US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Jun 15, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-8464?

How severe is CVE-2017-8464?

CVE-2017-8464 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 90.03% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2017-8464?

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