CVE-2018-0743
First published: Thu Jan 04 2018(Updated: )
Windows Subsystem for Linux in Windows 10 version 1703, Windows 10 version 1709, and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to the way objects are handled in memory, aka "Windows Subsystem for Linux Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability".
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1709 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0743?
CVE-2018-0743 is rated as important as it allows for elevation of privilege in affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0743?
To fix CVE-2018-0743, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows 10 version 1703, version 1709, and Windows Server 2016.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-0743?
CVE-2018-0743 affects Windows 10 versions 1703 and 1709, as well as Windows Server 2016 version 1709.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-0743?
CVE-2018-0743 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting the Windows Subsystem for Linux.
Can CVE-2018-0743 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-0743 requires local access to the affected system to exploit, meaning it cannot be executed remotely.
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