CVE-2018-8178: High severity Microsoft Edge vulnerability
Published May 9, 2018
·Updated
A remote code execution vulnerability exists in the way that Microsoft browsers access objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Browser Memory Corruption Vulnerability." This affects ChakraCore, Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Internet Explorer=11
Microsoft ChakraCore<=1.8.3
Remediation
Event History
May 9, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8178?
CVE-2018-8178 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability.
2
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-8178?
CVE-2018-8178 affects Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11, and Microsoft ChakraCore versions up to 1.8.3.
3
How do I fix CVE-2018-8178?
To mitigate CVE-2018-8178, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
4
Can CVE-2018-8178 allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code?
Yes, CVE-2018-8178 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system.
5
Is it safe to use affected browsers without patching for CVE-2018-8178?
It is not safe to use affected browsers without patching, as they are vulnerable to exploitation.