CVE-2018-8140: Medium severity Microsoft Windows 10 vulnerability
Published Jun 14, 2018
·Updated
An Elevation of Privilege vulnerability exists when Cortana retrieves data from user input services without consideration for status, aka "Cortana Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Windows 10 Servers, Windows 10.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Microsoft Windows 10=1709
Microsoft Windows 10=1803
Microsoft Windows Server 1803
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709
Remediation
Event History
Jun 14, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2018-8140?
CVE-2018-8140 is classified as an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2018-8140?
To fix CVE-2018-8140, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
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Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2018-8140?
CVE-2018-8140 affects Windows 10 versions 1709, 1803, and Windows Server 2016 version 1709.
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What is the impact of CVE-2018-8140 if exploited?
If exploited, CVE-2018-8140 can allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on the affected system.
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Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-8140?
There are currently no known workarounds for CVE-2018-8140, so updating your system is recommended.