CVE-2018-8304: Medium severity Microsoft Windows 10 vulnerability
A denial of service vulnerability exists in Windows Domain Name System (DNS) DNSAPI.dll when it fails to properly handle DNS responses, aka "Windows DNSAPI Denial of Service Vulnerability." This affects Windows 7, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 10, Windows 10 Servers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8304?
CVE-2018-8304 has been rated as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8304?
To fix CVE-2018-8304, you should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-8304?
CVE-2018-8304 affects multiple Windows versions including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and various Server editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8304?
CVE-2018-8304 is a denial of service vulnerability related to improper handling of DNS responses in Windows DNSAPI.dll.
Can exploitation of CVE-2018-8304 lead to data loss?
While CVE-2018-8304 primarily causes a denial of service, it does not directly lead to data loss.