CVE-2018-0986: Critical severity microsoft exchange server vulnerability
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Microsoft Malware Protection Engine does not properly scan a specially crafted file, leading to memory corruption, aka "Microsoft Malware Protection Engine Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows Defender, Windows Intune Endpoint Protection, Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft System Center, Microsoft Forefront Endpoint Protection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-0986?
CVE-2018-0986 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the Microsoft Malware Protection Engine.
Which software is affected by CVE-2018-0986?
Windows Defender, Microsoft Security Essentials, Microsoft Forefront Endpoint Protection 2010, Microsoft Intune Endpoint Protection, Microsoft System Center Endpoint Protection, Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 and 2016.
What is the severity level of CVE-2018-0986?
CVE-2018-0986 has a severity level of critical (8.8).
How does CVE-2018-0986 work?
CVE-2018-0986 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a memory corruption issue in the Microsoft Malware Protection Engine.
Are Windows 10 and Windows 7 vulnerable to CVE-2018-0986?
No, Windows 10 and Windows 7 are not vulnerable to CVE-2018-0986.