Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Browsers
CVE-2018-8372

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Chakracore
Internet Explorer 11
Microsoft Edge
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 August 2018

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the scripting engine of Microsoft browsers where improper handling of objects in memory can lead to remote code execution. Attackers exploiting this flaw could potentially execute arbitrary code on the user's system, compromising security and leading to unauthorized actions. This vulnerability affects multiple Microsoft products, including ChakraCore, Internet Explorer 11, and Microsoft Edge.

Affected Version(s)

ChakraCore ChakraCore

Internet Explorer 11 Windows 10 for 32-bit Systems

Internet Explorer 11 Windows 10 for x64-based Systems

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105038
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041457
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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance...
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EPSS Score

52% 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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