CVE-2018-0899: Infoleak
The Windows kernel 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 information disclosure vulnerability due to the way memory addresses are handled, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE is unique from CVE-2018-0811, CVE-2018-0813, CVE-2018-0814, CVE-2018-0894, CVE-2018-0895, CVE-2018-0896, CVE-2018-0897, CVE-2018-0898, CVE-2018-0900, CVE-2018-0901 and CVE-2018-0926.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0899?
CVE-2018-0899 has been rated as important by Microsoft, indicating a significant potential for information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0899?
To mitigate CVE-2018-0899, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2018-0899?
CVE-2018-0899 affects various versions of Windows including Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and several versions of Windows Server.
Can CVE-2018-0899 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-0899 requires local access to the system, making remote exploitation unlikely under normal circumstances.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-0899?
CVE-2018-0899 is categorized as an information disclosure vulnerability due to the way memory is handled within the Windows kernel.