CVE-2018-8376

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft PowerPoint software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft PowerPoint.

8.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 17.75% Top 10%

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: Microsoft Microsoft PowerPoint

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104991	third party advisory vdb entry
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8376	patch vendor advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041464	third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8376?: CVE-2018-8376 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-8376?: To fix CVE-2018-8376, 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-2018-8376 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2018-8376 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~18% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-8376?: CVE-2018-8376 affects Microsoft Microsoft PowerPoint.

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