CVE-2018-8422

Name: CVE-2018-8422
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-13T00:29:02.597+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 6.27%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-8422 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows GDI component improperly discloses the contents of its memory, aka "Windows GDI Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8424.. EPSS estimates a 6.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows GDI component improperly discloses the contents of its memory, aka "Windows GDI Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8424.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

6.27%

92.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Windows 7	All versions	Sp1
Microsoft	Windows Server	2008	R2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105357Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8422Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105357Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8422Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 13, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-8422?

How severe is CVE-2018-8422?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8422 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8422?

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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Source: NVD / NIST