Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when the software fails to properly handle objects in Protected View, aka "Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft SharePoint Server, Office 365 ProPlus, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Office 365 Proplus | - |
| Microsoft | Office Web Apps | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Word | 2010 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105499Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041840Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8504PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105499Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041840Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8504PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8504?
CVE-2018-8504 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when the software fails to properly handle objects in Protected View, aka "Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." ...
How severe is CVE-2018-8504?
CVE-2018-8504 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-2018-8504?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office 365 Proplus, Microsoft Office Web Apps, Microsoft Sharepoint Server, Microsoft Word.