Vulnerability identifier: #VU15254
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
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 can execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The weakness exists due to improper handling of URIs by Windows Shell. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted file with Microsoft Edge and execute arbitrary code with privileges of the current user.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Windows: 10 - 10 1809
Windows Server: 2016 - 2019 1803
External links
http://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8495
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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.