CVE-2017-0005VulnerabilityPublished 05/24/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2017-0005: Microsoft Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Affects Microsoft WindowsSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 05/24/2022
KEV deadline: 06/14/2022
EPSS: 11.0% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 95% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-0005 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2017-0005 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the Microsoft Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) that allows local users to gain elevated privileges by running a specially crafted application. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information is provided in the input data.

Summary

The Graphics Device Interface (GDI) component in Microsoft Windows contains a vulnerability (CVE-2017-0005) that permits local users to escalate their privileges by executing a crafted application. This vulnerability is associated with CWE-119 (Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer). It has been confirmed to be exploited in the wild, indicating active use by attackers. The input data does not specify affected Windows versions or patch availability.

Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the affected Windows system, potentially leading to unauthorized actions or system compromise. The vulnerability has been exploited in the wild, demonstrating real-world impact.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the Microsoft vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor official Microsoft security updates and apply any relevant patches promptly once available.

Weaknesses

CWE-119Buffer Errors (Memory Bounds) (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 11:42:34 UTC

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