CVE-2018-0902
First published: Wed Mar 14 2018(Updated: )
The Cryptography Next Generation (CNG) kernel-mode driver (cng.sys) in Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, and 1709. Windows Server 2016 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows a security feature bypass vulnerability due to the way the kernel-mode driver validates and enforces impersonation levels, aka "Windows Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability". This CVE is unique from CVE-2018-0884.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 | ||
| Windows 10 | =1511 | |
| Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0902?
CVE-2018-0902 is rated as a security feature bypass vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0902?
To fix CVE-2018-0902, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions of Windows.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2018-0902?
CVE-2018-0902 affects Windows 10 versions 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, and Windows Server 2016 and version 1709.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2018-0902?
Exploitation of CVE-2018-0902 may allow attackers to bypass security checks and impersonate higher privilege levels.
Is CVE-2018-0902 remotely exploitable?
CVE-2018-0902 is not considered remotely exploitable as it requires local access for exploitation.
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