ACTIVELY EXPLOITED

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

Facts
VendorMicrosoft
ProductWindows
Actively exploitedYes
Added to CISA KEV10 Feb 2022
CISA federal deadline10 Aug 2022

Required action (CISA's text)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Description (NVD)

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

SOURCES

Other Microsoft flaws

Data from NVD, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS and vendor advisories. Updated 10 Nov 2026.