CVE-2018-8327
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 21.17%
Last modified
CVE-2018-8327 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A remote code execution vulnerability exists in PowerShell Editor Services, aka "PowerShell Editor Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects PowerShell Editor, PowerShell Extension.. EPSS estimates a 21.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in PowerShell Editor Services, aka "PowerShell Editor Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects PowerShell Editor, PowerShell Extension.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Powershell | < 1.7.0 |
| Microsoft | Powershell Editor Services | < 1.7.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104649Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041251Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8327Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104649Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041251Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8327Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8327?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in PowerShell Editor Services, aka "PowerShell Editor Services Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects PowerShell Editor, PowerShell Extension.
How severe is CVE-2018-8327?
CVE-2018-8327 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 21.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8327?
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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