Vulnerability identifier: #VU13282
Vulnerability 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:
CWE-ID:
CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Local
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 local user to escalate privileges.
The vulnerability exists due to an input validation error when processing data within Cortana without consideration for status. A local user can execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable system with elevated privileges.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Windows: 10
Windows Server: 2016
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8140
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.