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CVE-2018-0816

First published: Wed Mar 14 2018(Updated: )

The Windows Graphics Device Interface (GDI) in 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 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to the way objects are handled in memory, aka "Windows GDI Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability". This CVE is unique from CVE-2018-0815 and CVE-2018-0817.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Windows 10
Windows 10=1511
Windows 10=1607
Windows 10=1703
Windows 10=1709
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0816

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-0816?

    CVE-2018-0816 is classified as a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-0816?

    To mitigate CVE-2018-0816, it is recommended to install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

  • Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2018-0816?

    CVE-2018-0816 affects Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, 8.1, 10, various Windows Server versions, and RT 8.1.

  • Can exploitation of CVE-2018-0816 allow remote code execution?

    No, CVE-2018-0816 allows for elevation of privilege, meaning it may enable a user to gain elevated access but not execute remote code.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-0816 if I cannot immediately patch?

    The best workaround involves following security best practices and limiting user access to reduce the risk of exploitation until a patch can be applied.

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