Vulnerability identifier: #VU11739

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2018-0966

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Windows
Operating systems & Components / Operating system
Windows Server
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor: Microsoft

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass antimalware protection.

The vulnerability exists in the Device Guard when processing files. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted file that appears to be signed for the application.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to bypass Device Guard protection and execute malicious file on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows: 10

Windows Server: 2016

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0966

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.