CVE-2018-0888: Input Validation
First published: Wed Mar 14 2018(Updated: )
The Microsoft Hyper-V Network Switch in 64-bit versions of Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 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 information disclosure vulnerability due to how guest operating system input is validated, aka "Hyper-V Information Disclosure Vulnerability".
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 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| 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-2018-0888?
CVE-2018-0888 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0888?
To fix CVE-2018-0888, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected Windows versions.
Which products are affected by CVE-2018-0888?
CVE-2018-0888 affects various Microsoft Windows products, including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 10, and Windows Server 2016 among others.
What could happen if CVE-2018-0888 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2018-0888 could allow unauthorized disclosure of information.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-0888?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2018-0888; the best approach is to apply the security patches.
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