Vulnerability Description
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Windows allows a normal user to access the Wireless LAN profile of an administrative user, aka "Windows Wireless Network Profile Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Windows Server 2016, Windows 10, Windows 10 Servers.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 10 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2016 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104393Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041101Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8209PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104393Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041101Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8209PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8209?
CVE-2018-8209 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.0 (HIGH). An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Windows allows a normal user to access the Wireless LAN profile of an administrative user, aka "Windows Wireless Network Profile Information Disclos...
How severe is CVE-2018-8209?
CVE-2018-8209 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-8209?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows Server 2016.