# CVE-2017-9417: Broadcom BCM43xx Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

CVE-2017-9417 is fixed in Windows 10 Version 1607 for 32-bit Systems on 1 platform by KB4038782 (version 14393.1715), released September 12, 2017. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2017-9417
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 8.8 (Important)
- EPSS: 0.6400
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: yes
- Vendor exploitability assessment: Exploitation Less Likely
- Published: Sep 12, 2017
- Vendor advisory: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2017-9417

## Description

<p>A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Broadcom chipset in HoloLens improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could take control of an affected system. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts with full user rights.</p> <p>To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would need to send a specially crafted WiFi packet.</p> <p>The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting how the Broadcom chipset in HoloLens handles objects in memory.</p>

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 Version 1607 for 32-bit Systems | 14393.1715 | [KB4038782](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/microsoft/kb4038782.md) | Sep 12, 2017 |

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