Vulnerability Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Office 365 ProPlus, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8577.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Office | 2016 |
| Microsoft | Office 365 Proplus | - |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105833Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042115Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8574PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105833Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1042115Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8574PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-8574?
CVE-2018-8574 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Excel software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This a...
How severe is CVE-2018-8574?
CVE-2018-8574 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-2018-8574?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office 365 Proplus.