CVE-2018-8244
UnknownEPSS 4.85%
Last modified
CVE-2018-8244 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Microsoft Outlook does not validate attachment headers properly, aka "Microsoft Outlook Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook.. EPSS estimates a 4.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Microsoft Outlook does not validate attachment headers properly, aka "Microsoft Outlook Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Outlook | 2010 | Sp2 |
| Microsoft | Outlook | 2013 | Sp1 |
| Microsoft | Outlook | 2016 | — |
| Microsoft | Outlook Rt | 2013 | Sp1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104323Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041107Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8244Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104323Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041107Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8244Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8244?
An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Microsoft Outlook does not validate attachment headers properly, aka "Microsoft Outlook Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook.
How severe is CVE-2018-8244?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8244 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8244?
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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