Vulnerability Description
The Windows kernel in Windows 10 versions 1607, 1703 and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to how objects in memory are handled, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability".
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | 1607 |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | - |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102943Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040373Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0831PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102943Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040373Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0831PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-0831?
CVE-2018-0831 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The Windows kernel in Windows 10 versions 1607, 1703 and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to how objects in memory are hand...
How severe is CVE-2018-0831?
CVE-2018-0831 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-0831?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows Server 2016.