Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2017-8609 is a Microsoft Internet Explorer scripting engine memory corruption issue on specified Windows 10 releases and Windows Server 2016. If exploited, an attacker could run code as the signed-in user. Business risk depends heavily on whether Internet Explorer remains usable on affected systems. Exposure is most likely where users still run Internet Explorer on the listed Windows versions and can reach untrusted web content. Systems where Internet Explorer is disabled, removed from workflows, or not present in the affected scope are less likely exposed. Treat as high priority if affected systems still allow Internet Explorer browsing, especially for privileged staff. If Internet Explorer is retired in practice, verify that assumption before lowering priority. Mitigation focus: Review the Microsoft MSRC advisory for applicable vendor guidance and updates.; Identify affected Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 systems using Internet Explorer.; Reduce or disable Internet Explorer use where business workflows permit..
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- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-us/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8609CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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