Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) handles objects in the memory, aka "GDI+ Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | - |
| Microsoft | Windows Server 2008 | - |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104994Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041460Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8397PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104994Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041460Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8397PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8397?
CVE-2018-8397 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) handles objects in the memory, aka "GDI+ Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Win...
How severe is CVE-2018-8397?
CVE-2018-8397 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-2018-8397?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Server 2008.