CVE-2017-0160
CVE-2017-0160 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft .net Framework with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 18% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 7.2
- EPSS exploit prediction: 18% (97th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Microsoft .net Framework
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0, 3.5, 4.5.2, 4.6, 4.6.1, 4.6.2 and 4.7 allows an attacker with access to the local system to execute malicious code, aka ".NET Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-0160?
- Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0, 3.5, 4.5.2, 4.6, 4.6.1, 4.6.2 and 4.7 allows an attacker with access to the local system to execute malicious code, aka ".NET Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
- How severe is CVE-2017-0160?
- CVE-2017-0160 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2017-0160 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 18% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-0160?
- CVE-2017-0160 primarily affects Microsoft .net Framework. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-0160?
- 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-2017-0160 published?
- CVE-2017-0160 was published on 2017-04-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97447
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038236
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-0160
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41903/
Affected products (8)
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:.net_framework:2.0:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:.net_framework:3.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:.net_framework:3.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:.net_framework:4.5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:.net_framework:4.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:.net_framework:4.6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:.net_framework:4.6.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:.net_framework:4.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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