Information Disclosure in Microsoft Windows Kernel
CVE-2018-0901

4.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Kernel
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 March 2018

What is CVE-2018-0901?

The Windows kernel in various versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and multiple Server editions, contains a vulnerability that allows for information disclosure due to improper handling of memory addresses. This flaw can potentially expose sensitive data, affecting the system's security posture. The issue affects a wide range of Windows products, which necessitates that users apply necessary patches to mitigate any risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Affected Version(s)

Windows kernel 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, and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040517
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103245
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EPSS Score

16% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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