CVE-2018-0772: High severity chakracore vulnerability
Internet Explorer in Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 and R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, and Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge in Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, and Windows Server 2016 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current user, due to how the scripting engine handles objects in memory, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability". This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-0758, CVE-2018-0762, CVE-2018-0768, CVE-2018-0769, CVE-2018-0770, CVE-2018-0773, CVE-2018-0774, CVE-2018-0775, CVE-2018-0776, CVE-2018-0777, CVE-2018-0778, and CVE-2018-0781.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0772?
CVE-2018-0772 has a critical severity rating as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0772?
To fix CVE-2018-0772, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Internet Explorer and Edge.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2018-0772?
CVE-2018-0772 affects Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (certain versions), and Internet Explorer versions 9, 10, and 11.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2018-0772?
CVE-2018-0772 can be exploited via specially crafted web content that could lead to remote code execution.
Is there a mitigative workaround for CVE-2018-0772?
While the best defense against CVE-2018-0772 is to apply the patches, ensuring that you limit web access or use alternative browsers can help reduce exposure.