Vulnerability Description
The Windows kernel mode driver in Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to how objects are handled in memory, aka "Win32k Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability".
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | - |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103380Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040520Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0977PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103380Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040520Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0977PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-0977?
CVE-2018-0977 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). The Windows kernel mode driver in Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to how objects ar...
How severe is CVE-2018-0977?
CVE-2018-0977 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-0977?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows Server 2016.