Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-8231

First published: Thu Jun 14 2018(Updated: )

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when HTTP Protocol Stack (Http.sys) improperly handles objects in memory, aka "HTTP Protocol Stack Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows Server 2016, Windows 10, Windows 10 Servers.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 10=1607
Microsoft Windows 10=1703
Microsoft Windows 10=1709
Microsoft Windows 10=1803
Microsoft Windows Server 1803
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-8231?

    CVE-2018-8231 is rated as critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution on affected systems.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-8231?

    To fix CVE-2018-8231, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows versions.

  • Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2018-8231?

    CVE-2018-8231 affects Windows Server 2016 and multiple versions of Windows 10, including 1607, 1703, 1709, and 1803.

  • What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2018-8231?

    An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-8231 by sending specially crafted HTTP requests to a vulnerable server, potentially allowing remote code execution.

  • Can CVE-2018-8231 be exploited over the network?

    Yes, CVE-2018-8231 can be exploited remotely over the network if the affected service is exposed.

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