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CVE-2017-11849: Windows kernel in Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1, Server 2012 an...

Windows kernel in Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1, Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an attacker to log in and run a specially crafted application due to the Windows kernel improperly initializing a memory address, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-11842, CVE-2017-11851, and CVE-2017-11853.

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CVE-2017-11849 is a Windows kernel information disclosure issue. A logged-in attacker could run a specially crafted application and potentially obtain kernel memory information. The provided sources do not show remote exploitation or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is limited to the listed Windows versions, including Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 variants, Windows 8.1/RT 8.1, Server 2012 variants, Windows 10 through 1709, and Server 2016/1709. Treat this as a patch and exposure-management item, not an emergency based on the provided evidence. Prioritize systems where users or attackers can run local applications. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MSRC guidance for CVE-2017-11849.; Apply applicable Microsoft security updates where available.; Inventory systems running the listed Windows versions..

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Microsoft CorporationWindows KernelWindows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1, Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server, version 1709.Listed
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