Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft SharePoint Server, Microsoft Office. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8573.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Office Web Apps | 2010 |
| Microsoft | Sharepoint Server | 2010 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105835Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042112Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8539PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105835Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042112Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8539PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8539?
CVE-2018-8539 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Word software when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Micro...
How severe is CVE-2018-8539?
CVE-2018-8539 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-2018-8539?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Web Apps, Microsoft Sharepoint Server.