CVE-2018-0953
First published: Wed May 09 2018(Updated: )
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that the scripting engine handles objects in memory in Microsoft Edge, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Edge, ChakraCore. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-0945, CVE-2018-0946, CVE-2018-0951, CVE-2018-0954, CVE-2018-0955, CVE-2018-1022, CVE-2018-8114, CVE-2018-8122, CVE-2018-8128, CVE-2018-8137, CVE-2018-8139.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge Beta | ||
| Microsoft Chakra | <=1.8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0953?
CVE-2018-0953 has a severity rating of Critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0953?
To fix CVE-2018-0953, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Edge and ChakraCore.
What software is affected by CVE-2018-0953?
CVE-2018-0953 specifically affects Microsoft Edge and ChakraCore (up to version 1.8.3).
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-0953?
CVE-2018-0953 is categorized as a remote code execution vulnerability due to memory corruption in the scripting engine.
Can CVE-2018-0953 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-0953 can be exploited remotely by an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.
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