CVE-2017-8487
CVE-2017-8487 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Server 2003 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 63% places it in the 99th 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: 63% (99th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Microsoft Windows Server 2003
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Windows OLE in Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 allows an attacker to execute code when a victim opens a specially crafted file or program aka "Windows olecnv32.dll Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-8487?
- Windows OLE in Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 allows an attacker to execute code when a victim opens a specially crafted file or program aka "Windows olecnv32.dll Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."
- How severe is CVE-2017-8487?
- CVE-2017-8487 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-2017-8487 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 63% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-8487?
- CVE-2017-8487 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Server 2003. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-8487?
- 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-2017-8487 published?
- CVE-2017-8487 was published on 2017-06-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99013
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038702
- https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4025218/security-update-for-windows-xp-and-windows-server-2003
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42211/
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_server_2003:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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