CVE-2018-8163: Infoleak
Published May 9, 2018
·Updated
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Microsoft Excel improperly discloses the contents of its memory, aka "Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Microsoft Excel=2010-sp2
Microsoft Excel=2013-sp1
Microsoft Excel=2016
Microsoft Office=2016
Remediation
Event History
May 9, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8163?
CVE-2018-8163 has a severity rating of critical due to its potential for information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-8163?
To fix CVE-2018-8163, you should update Microsoft Excel to the latest security update provided by Microsoft.
3
What versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2018-8163?
CVE-2018-8163 affects Microsoft Excel 2010, 2013, and 2016, including versions for Mac.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8163?
CVE-2018-8163 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability.
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Can CVE-2018-8163 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-8163 may allow attackers to exploit the vulnerability through malicious Excel files, which can lead to unauthorized information disclosure.