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 Excel Viewer, Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Word Viewer.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2016 |
| Microsoft | Office Compatibility Pack | - |
| Microsoft | Office Powerpoint Viewer | - |
| Microsoft | Office Word Viewer | - |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104609Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041252Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8281PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104609Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041252Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8281PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8281?
CVE-2018-8281 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-2018-8281?
CVE-2018-8281 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-2018-8281?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack, Microsoft Office Powerpoint Viewer, Microsoft Office Word Viewer.