CVE-2017-8498: Microsoft Corporation Microsoft Edge vulnerability…

CVE-2017-8498: Microsoft Edge in Windows 10 1607 and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an attacker to read data not int...

Microsoft Edge in Windows 10 1607 and 1703, and Windows Server 2016 allows an attacker to read data not intended to be disclosed when Edge allows JavaScript XML DOM objects to detect installed browser extensions, aka "Microsoft Edge Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8504.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 16:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue could let a malicious website learn information Microsoft Edge was not meant to reveal: whether browser extensions are installed. The direct impact is privacy and reconnaissance, not system takeover. The provided sources do not include CVSS severity, confirmed exploitation, or detailed remediation text. Exposure is limited to environments using Microsoft Edge on the affected Windows 10 1607/1703 or Windows Server 2016 platforms. Organizations with legacy Windows builds, kiosk systems, or unmanaged browser usage should verify whether affected Edge installations remain present. Treat as a legacy-platform hygiene issue unless affected Edge usage is still present. Prioritize discovery and patch verification over emergency response, because the provided sources show information disclosure only and no confirmed active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft MSRC guidance for CVE-2017-8498 and apply vendor-directed updates.; Inventory affected Windows 10 1607/1703 and Windows Server 2016 systems using Edge.; Move users away from affected legacy browser and OS builds where practical..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 04:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 15, 2017, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8498CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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Microsoft CorporationMicrosoft EdgeMicrosoft Windows 10 1607 and 1703, and Windows Server 2016.Listed

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