CVE-2018-0887
First published: Thu Apr 12 2018(Updated: )
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows kernel fails to properly initialize a memory address, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Windows 7, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 10, Windows 10 Servers. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-0960, CVE-2018-0968, CVE-2018-0969, CVE-2018-0970, CVE-2018-0971, CVE-2018-0972, CVE-2018-0973, CVE-2018-0974, CVE-2018-0975.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0887?
CVE-2018-0887 has a severity rating of important as it can lead to information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0887?
To fix CVE-2018-0887, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2018-0887?
CVE-2018-0887 affects various versions including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2012.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-0887?
CVE-2018-0887 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability in the Windows kernel.
Can CVE-2018-0887 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-0887 does not allow remote exploitation, but it can expose sensitive information on the affected system.
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