CVE-2018-8501

Description

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft PowerPoint software when the software fails to properly handle objects in Protected View, aka "Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Office 365 ProPlus, PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint.

8.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 20.56% Top 5%

Vendor Advisory microsoft.com

Affected: Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer

Affected: Microsoft Microsoft Office

Affected: Microsoft Office

Affected: Microsoft Microsoft PowerPoint

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041838	vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105497	vdb entry third party advisory
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8501	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8501?: CVE-2018-8501 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-8501?: To fix CVE-2018-8501, 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-2018-8501 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2018-8501 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-2018-8501?: CVE-2018-8501 affects Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Microsoft PowerPoint.

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