What is the severity of CVE-2018-0880?

CVE-2018-0880 is rated as a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2018-0880?

To fix CVE-2018-0880, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2018-0880?

CVE-2018-0880 affects Windows 10 versions 1607, 1703, 1709 and Windows Server 2016, 1709.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-0880?

CVE-2018-0880 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.

What is the impact of CVE-2018-0880 if exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2018-0880 could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.

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CVE-2018-0880

high

14/3/2018

17/9/2024

CVE-2018-0880

First published: Wed Mar 14 2018(Updated: )

The Desktop Bridge in Windows 10 1607, 1703, and 1709, Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an elevation of privilege vulnerability due to how the virtual registry is managed, aka "Windows Desktop Bridge Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability". This CVE is unique from CVE-2018-0882.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10	=1607
Microsoft Windows 10	=1703
Microsoft Windows 10	=1709
Microsoft Windows Server	=1709
Microsoft Windows Server 2016

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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-0880

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0880?
CVE-2018-0880 is rated as a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0880?
To fix CVE-2018-0880, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2018-0880?
CVE-2018-0880 affects Windows 10 versions 1607, 1703, 1709 and Windows Server 2016, 1709.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-0880?
CVE-2018-0880 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-0880 if exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2018-0880 could allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.

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