Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Publisher
CVE-2018-8245

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Microsoft Publisher
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 June 2018

Summary

A vulnerability in Microsoft Publisher allows remote code execution due to inadequate security measures when initializing OLE objects. This flaw can potentially enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. Proper protections against the Local Machine zone are not enforced, leading to heightened risks. Users should apply security updates to mitigate potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Microsoft Publisher 2010 Service Pack 2 (32-bit editions)

Microsoft Publisher 2010 Service Pack 2 (64-bit editions)

References

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104405
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041105
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EPSS Score

79% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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