CVE-2018-8300

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft SharePoint when the software fails to check the source markup of an application package, aka "Microsoft SharePoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft SharePoint.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 22.80% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Microsoft SharePoint
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104614 third party advisory vdb entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8300 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041261 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8300?
CVE-2018-8300 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-8300?
To fix CVE-2018-8300, 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-2018-8300 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-8300 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~23% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-8300?
CVE-2018-8300 affects Microsoft Microsoft SharePoint.
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