CVE-2018-8414

Known Exploited

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows Shell does not properly validate file paths, aka "Windows Shell Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows 10 Servers, Windows 10.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 87.94% Top 5%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory microsoft.com
Affected: Microsoft Windows 10 Servers
Affected: Microsoft Windows 10
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8414 patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105016 third party advisory broken link vdb entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041458 third party advisory broken link vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8414?
CVE-2018-8414 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-8414?
To fix CVE-2018-8414, 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-2018-8414 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2018-8414 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~88% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-8414?
CVE-2018-8414 affects Microsoft Windows 10 Servers, Microsoft Windows 10.
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