CVE-2017-8464—Microsoft Windows Shell (.lnk) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

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2022-02-10 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2017-8464
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Windows
Date Added:
2022-02-10
Due Date:
2022-08-10
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Windows Shell (.lnk) Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Windows Shell in multiple versions of Microsoft Windows allows local users or remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .LNK file

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-8464
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