Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows that could allow remote code execution if a .LNK file is processed, aka "LNK Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8345.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105028Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041473Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8346PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105028Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041473Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8346PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8346?
CVE-2018-8346 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows that could allow remote code execution if a .LNK file is processed, aka "LNK Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Window...
How severe is CVE-2018-8346?
CVE-2018-8346 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-8346?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Server 2008.