CVE-2018-1038
UnknownEPSS 8.91%
Last modified
CVE-2018-1038 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Windows kernel in Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to the way it handles objects in memory, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 8.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Windows kernel in Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to the way it handles objects in memory, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | All versions | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | r2 | Sp1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103549Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040632Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://blog.xpnsec.com/total-meltdown-cve-2018-1038/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-1038Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44581/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103549Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040632Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://blog.xpnsec.com/total-meltdown-cve-2018-1038/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-1038Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44581/Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-1038?
The Windows kernel in Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to the way it handles objects in memory, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2018-1038?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1038 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1038?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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