CVE-2018-8464

Name: CVE-2018-8464
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-13T00:29:06.27+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 42.58%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-8464 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An remote code execution vulnerability exists when Microsoft Edge PDF Reader improperly handles objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Edge PDF Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Edge.. EPSS estimates a 42.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An remote code execution vulnerability exists when Microsoft Edge PDF Reader improperly handles objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Edge PDF Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Edge.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

42.58%

98.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Edge	All versions

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105265Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041623Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8464Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://research.checkpoint.com/2018/50-adobe-cves-in-50-days/
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105265Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041623Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8464Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://research.checkpoint.com/2018/50-adobe-cves-in-50-days/

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-8464?

How severe is CVE-2018-8464?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8464 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 42.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8464?

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