SB2018031322 - Remote code execution in Windows Shell
Published: March 13, 2018
Security Bulletin ID
SB2018031322
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Remote code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2018-0883)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system.The weakness exists due to improper validation of file copy destinations by Windows Shell. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted file and execute arbitrary code with privileges of the current user.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.