Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word if a user opens a specially crafted PDF file, aka "Word PDF Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2013 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2016 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105212Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041638Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8430PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105212Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041638Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8430PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8430?
CVE-2018-8430 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word if a user opens a specially crafted PDF file, aka "Word PDF Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Word, Microsoft ...
How severe is CVE-2018-8430?
CVE-2018-8430 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-2018-8430?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word.