CVE-2018-8346

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows that could allow remote code execution if a .LNK file is processed, aka "LNK Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8345.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 20.08% Top 5%
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Affected: Microsoft Windows 7
Affected: Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041473 third party advisory vdb entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8346 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105028 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8346?
CVE-2018-8346 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-8346?
To fix CVE-2018-8346, 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-2018-8346 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2018-8346 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~20% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-8346?
CVE-2018-8346 affects Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2.
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