Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft PowerPoint software when the software fails to properly handle objects in Protected View, aka "Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Office 365 ProPlus, PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Office 365 Proplus | - |
| Microsoft | Powerpoint | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Powerpoint Viewer | 2012 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105497Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041838Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8501PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105497Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041838Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8501PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8501?
CVE-2018-8501 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft PowerPoint software when the software fails to properly handle objects in Protected View, aka "Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vuln...
How severe is CVE-2018-8501?
CVE-2018-8501 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-2018-8501?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office 365 Proplus, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Powerpoint Viewer.