CVE-2018-0883

Description

Windows Shell in Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows a remote code execution vulnerability due to how file copy destinations are validated, aka "Windows Shell Remote Code Execution Vulnerability".

7.5

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 20.61% Top 5%

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: Microsoft Corporation Windows Shell

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103259	third party advisory vdb entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040502	third party advisory vdb entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0883	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0883?: CVE-2018-0883 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-0883?: To fix CVE-2018-0883, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-0883 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2018-0883 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~21% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-0883?: CVE-2018-0883 affects Microsoft Corporation Windows Shell.

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