Information Disclosure in Microsoft Windows Kernel
CVE-2018-0901

4.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft

Vendor
CVE Published:
14 March 2018

Badges

πŸ‘Ύ Exploit Exists🟑 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 16%

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

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

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

  • 🟑

    Public PoC available

  • πŸ‘Ύ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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