Security Feature Bypass in Microsoft .NET Framework
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2018-1039 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-264 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Microsoft .NET Framework Server applications / Frameworks for developing and running applications |
| Vendor | Microsoft |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Security Feature Bypass
EUVDB-ID: #VU12466
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2018-1039
CWE-ID:
CWE-264 - Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to bypass certain security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in .Net Framework when processing COM objects. A local user can circumvent a User Mode Code Integrity (UMCI) policy on the machine and bypass Device Guard with a specially crafted application.
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsMicrosoft .NET Framework: 2.0 - 4.7.1
External linkshttp://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-1039
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
