CVE-2017-0039
CVE-2017-0039 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 37% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 9.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 37% (98th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Microsoft Windows Server 2008
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 and Server 2008 SP2 mishandle dynamic link library (DLL) loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Library Loading Input Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-0039?
- Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 and Server 2008 SP2 mishandle dynamic link library (DLL) loading, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted application, aka "Library Loading Input Validation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
- How severe is CVE-2017-0039?
- CVE-2017-0039 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-0039 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 37% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-0039?
- CVE-2017-0039 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Server 2008. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-0039?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2017-0039 published?
- CVE-2017-0039 was published on 2017-03-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96024
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038001
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0039
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2008:*:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_vista:*:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
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