Vulnerability identifier: #VU14394

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-2018-8397

CWE-ID: CWE-119

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: Microsoft

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper handling of objects in memory by Windows GDI component. A remote attacker can trick the victim into visiting a specially crafted website or opening malicious content, trigger memory corruption and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Windows Server: 2008 - 2008 R2

Windows: 7

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External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8397

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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.