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CVE-2018-0877: The Desktop Bridge Virtual File System (VFS) in Windows 10 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Wi...

The Desktop Bridge Virtual File System (VFS) in Windows 10 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to how file paths are managed, aka "Windows Desktop Bridge VFS Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability".

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CVE-2018-0877 is a Windows elevation-of-privilege flaw in the Desktop Bridge Virtual File System. It affects specified older Windows 10 and Windows Server releases. An attacker would need some level of access first; the business risk is turning a limited compromise into greater control on unpatched affected systems. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows 10 1607/1703/1709 or Windows Server 2016/version 1709 systems with Desktop Bridge VFS present. Modern supported builds are not listed in the supplied affected products. Treat this as a legacy Windows hygiene and privilege-escalation risk. It is not KEV-listed in the bundle, but public exploit material and older affected platforms justify timely patch validation and migration planning. Mitigation focus: Review Microsoft guidance for CVE-2018-0877 and apply relevant Windows security updates.; Prioritize legacy Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 assets in patch checks.; Retire or isolate unsupported affected Windows versions where patching is not possible..

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Microsoft CorporationWindows Desktop Bridge Virtual File SystemWindows 10 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709Listed
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