CVE-2018-8239: Infoleak
Published Jun 14, 2018
·Updated
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows GDI component improperly discloses the contents of its memory, aka "Windows GDI Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Windows Server 2016, Windows 10, Windows 10 Servers.
Affected Software
7 affected components
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
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
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8239?
CVE-2018-8239 has a severity rating of Important as it can lead to information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-8239?
To fix CVE-2018-8239, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-8239?
CVE-2018-8239 affects several versions of Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016 and 1803.
4
What is the nature of CVE-2018-8239 vulnerability?
CVE-2018-8239 is an information disclosure vulnerability related to the Windows GDI component.
5
Can CVE-2018-8239 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2018-8239 does not allow for remote exploitation but can expose information if a user is tricked into opening a malicious application.