Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Excel. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8375.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Excel | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Excel 2013 Rt | sp1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104997Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041463Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8379PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104997Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041463Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8379PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8379?
CVE-2018-8379 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This a...
How severe is CVE-2018-8379?
CVE-2018-8379 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-2018-8379?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Excel 2013 Rt.