Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Word, Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SharePoint. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8157, CVE-2018-8158.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Office Web Apps | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2010 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104052Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040853Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8161PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104052Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040853Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8161PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8161?
CVE-2018-8161 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This...
How severe is CVE-2018-8161?
CVE-2018-8161 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-2018-8161?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Web Apps, Microsoft Sharepoint Server, Microsoft Word.