CVE-2018-16177
First published: Wed Jan 09 2019(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in The installer of Windows 10 Fall Creators Update Modify module for Security Measures tool allows an attacker to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory.
Credit: vultures@jpcert.or.jp
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ntt-west Fall Creators Update | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-16177.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-16177?
The severity of CVE-2018-16177 is high with a severity value of 7.8.
What is the affected software of CVE-2018-16177?
The affected software of CVE-2018-16177 is Ntt-west Fall Creators Update.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-16177?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-16177 by using a Trojan horse DLL in an unspecified directory and gain privileges.
Are there any references for CVE-2018-16177?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2018-16177 at the following links: [1](https://f-security.jp/v6/support/information/100193.html) [2](https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN15709478/index.html).
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