Vulnerability Description
Windows Subsystem for Linux in Windows 10 1703 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability when it fails to properly handle handles NT pipes, aka "Windows Subsystem for Linux Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability".
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1703 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100040Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039103Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8622PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100040Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039103Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8622PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-8622?
CVE-2017-8622 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Windows Subsystem for Linux in Windows 10 1703 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability when it fails to properly handle handles NT pipes, aka "Windows Subsystem for Linux Elevation of Privilege...
How severe is CVE-2017-8622?
CVE-2017-8622 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-8622?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10.