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CVE-2017-8719: The Windows kernel component on Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, W...

The Windows kernel component on 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 information disclosure vulnerability when it improperly handles objects in memory, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2017-8708, CVE-2017-8709, and CVE-2017-8679.

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Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a Windows kernel information disclosure issue affecting many older Windows client and server versions. Microsoft describes improper memory-object handling that could expose information. The provided sources do not give a CVSS score, confirmed exploitation, or detailed impact beyond information disclosure. Organizations may be exposed if they still operate the listed Windows versions and have not applied the relevant Microsoft security guidance for CVE-2017-8719. Treat this as a legacy Windows hygiene issue unless internal exposure is high. Prioritize internet-facing, sensitive, or unsupported systems, but avoid emergency language because exploitation and severity are not established in the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft’s CVE-2017-8719 guidance for applicable updates.; Inventory listed Windows versions across endpoints and servers.; Apply vendor-supported security updates where available..

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
Microsoft CorporationWindows kernelMicrosoft 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 2016Listed
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