CVE-2018-8137
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-2018-0953, CVE-2018-0954, CVE-2018-0955, CVE-2018-1022, CVE-2018-8114, CVE-2018-8122, CVE-2018-8128, CVE-2018-8139.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| nuget/Microsoft.ChakraCore | <1.8.4 | 1.8.4 |
| Microsoft Edge Beta | ||
| ChakraCore | <=1.8.3 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-8137
- https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8137
- https://github.com/chakra-core/ChakraCore/commit/6e362fe94bc4bba7c8b8c6f819c1bee94c51893c
- https://web.archive.org/web/20210124164218/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103967
- https://web.archive.org/web/20211204185256/http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040844
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-frh8-wrx9-gc53 (Advisory)
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103967
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040844
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8137?
CVE-2018-8137 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8137?
To address CVE-2018-8137, upgrade Microsoft Edge to the latest version or update ChakraCore to at least version 1.8.4.
Which software is affected by CVE-2018-8137?
CVE-2018-8137 affects Microsoft Edge and ChakraCore versions below 1.8.4.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2018-8137?
CVE-2018-8137 involves a memory corruption issue in the scripting engine used by Microsoft Edge.
Can CVE-2018-8137 lead to data loss?
Yes, the remote code execution capability of CVE-2018-8137 can potentially lead to data loss or unauthorized access.
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