CVE-2018-8299: XSS

Published Jul 11, 2018

Updated

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Microsoft SharePoint Server does not properly sanitize a specially crafted web request to an affected SharePoint server, aka "Microsoft SharePoint Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft SharePoint. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8323.

Affected Software

3 affected components

Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server=2013-sp1

Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server=2016

Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2013-sp1

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8299

Event History

Jul 11, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·12:29 AM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8299?

The severity of CVE-2018-8299 is rated as important, indicating a significant risk for elevation of privilege on affected SharePoint servers.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8299?

To fix CVE-2018-8299, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected SharePoint versions.

Which versions of SharePoint are affected by CVE-2018-8299?

CVE-2018-8299 affects Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2013 SP1, SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016, and SharePoint Foundation 2013 SP1.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8299?

CVE-2018-8299 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.

Can CVE-2018-8299 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-8299 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted web requests to the SharePoint server.