CVE-2018-0954: High severity microsoft edge beta vulnerability

Published May 9, 2018
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Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way the scripting engine handles objects in memory in Microsoft browsers, aka "Scripting Engine Memory Corruption Vulnerability." This affects Internet Explorer 9, ChakraCore, Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 10. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-0945, CVE-2018-0946, CVE-2018-0951, CVE-2018-0953, CVE-2018-0955, CVE-2018-1022, CVE-2018-8114, CVE-2018-8122, CVE-2018-8128, CVE-2018-8137, CVE-2018-8139.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
nuget/Microsoft.ChakraCore<1.8.4
1.8.4
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Internet Explorer=9
Microsoft Internet Explorer=10
Microsoft Internet Explorer=11
Microsoft ChakraCore<=1.8.3

Event History

May 9, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
May 13, 2022
Advisory Published
01:18 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0954?

CVE-2018-0954 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-0954?

To fix CVE-2018-0954, ensure that you apply the latest security updates and patches provided by Microsoft for affected products.

3

Which Microsoft products are affected by CVE-2018-0954?

CVE-2018-0954 affects Internet Explorer 9, 10, 11, Microsoft Edge, and ChakraCore versions up to 1.8.4.

4

What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2018-0954?

Exploitation of CVE-2018-0954 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on an affected system.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-0954?

While the best defense is to install security updates, users can mitigate risks by disabling scripting or using alternative browsers.

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