Intrusion PreventionMS.Windows.Express.Compressed.Fonts.Remote.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a remote Code Execution vulnerability in Microsoft Embedded Open Type Font engine.
The vulnerability is due to an error when the vulnerable software handles a maliciously crafted EOT file. An attacker can exploit this by tricking an unsuspecting user into opening malicious document or visiting a malicious webpage, and execute arbitrary code within the context of the application.
Affected Products
Microsoft Express Compressed Fonts
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor.
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2017-8691
Telemetry
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| IPS (Regular DB) | |
| IPS (Extended DB) |
| ID | 44418 |
| Created | Aug 25, 2017 |
| Updated | May 02, 2022 |
| Risk |
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| CVE ID | CVE-2017-8691 |
| Exploit Prediction Score | 13.98% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows |
| Affected App | IE, MS_Office |