What is CVE-2018-8281?

CVE-2018-8281 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Office software.

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8281?

The severity of CVE-2018-8281 is critical, with a severity value of 7.8.

Which Microsoft Office software is affected by CVE-2018-8281?

Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Word Viewer, and Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack are affected by CVE-2018-8281.

How does CVE-2018-8281 exploit the vulnerability?

CVE-2018-8281 exploits the vulnerability by improperly handling objects in memory, leading to remote code execution.

Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-8281?

You can find more information about CVE-2018-8281 on securityfocus.com, securitytracker.com, and the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory.

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CVE-2018-8281

critical

9.3

11/7/2018

5/8/2024

CVE-2018-8281

First published: Wed Jul 11 2018(Updated: )

A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Office software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Word Viewer.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Office Mac Os	=2016
Microsoft Office	=2016
Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack	=sp3
Microsoft Office Powerpoint Viewer
Microsoft Office Word Viewer

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https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8281

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-8281?
CVE-2018-8281 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft Office software.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8281?
The severity of CVE-2018-8281 is critical, with a severity value of 7.8.
Which Microsoft Office software is affected by CVE-2018-8281?
Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Office Word Viewer, and Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack are affected by CVE-2018-8281.
How does CVE-2018-8281 exploit the vulnerability?
CVE-2018-8281 exploits the vulnerability by improperly handling objects in memory, leading to remote code execution.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-8281?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-8281 on securityfocus.com, securitytracker.com, and the Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory.

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