Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Shell
CVE-2018-0883

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Windows Shell
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 March 2018

Summary

The Windows Shell in various Microsoft Windows operating systems, including server and client versions, has a vulnerability that allows for remote code execution due to inadequate validation of file copy destinations. This could enable an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems, potentially compromising sensitive data and system integrity.

Affected Version(s)

Windows Shell Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1 and RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103259
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040502
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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EPSS Score

65% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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