CVE-2017-8543—Microsoft Windows Search Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

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2022-05-24 · last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2017-8543
Project:
Microsoft
Product:
Windows
Date Added:
2022-05-24
Due Date:
2022-06-14
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Microsoft Windows Search Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Microsoft Windows allows an attacker to take control of the affected system when Windows Search fails to handle objects in memory.

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-2017-8543

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