CVE-2017-0213 : Security Advisory and Response

Windows COM Aggregate Marshaler in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an elevation privilege vulnerability when an attacker runs a specially crafted application, aka "Windows COM Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-0214.

Understanding CVE-2017-0213

There is a vulnerability in Windows COM Aggregate Marshaler present in various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703, as well as Windows Server 2016. This vulnerability allows an attacker to gain elevated privileges by executing a specially crafted application. It is also referred to as "Windows COM Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability". This specific CVE ID is distinct from CVE-2017-0214.

What is CVE-2017-0213?

Vulnerability in Windows COM Aggregate Marshaler in various Microsoft Windows versions
Allows attackers to gain elevated privileges through a specially crafted application

The Impact of CVE-2017-0213

Attackers can exploit the vulnerability to elevate their privileges on affected systems

Technical Details of CVE-2017-0213

Windows COM Aggregate Marshaler vulnerability details:

Vulnerability Description

Vulnerability in Windows COM Aggregate Marshaler
Allows elevation of privilege when running a specially crafted application

Affected Systems and Versions

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1
Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1
Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2
Windows RT 8.1, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, and 1703
Windows Server 2016

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers execute a specially crafted application to exploit the vulnerability

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to address CVE-2017-0213:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Microsoft
Monitor for any unusual system behavior indicating exploitation

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and operating systems
Implement least privilege access controls to limit potential damage

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Microsoft
Apply patches promptly to mitigate the vulnerability