CVE-2018-8307: Medium severity Microsoft Windows 10 vulnerability
A security feature bypass vulnerability exists when Microsoft WordPad improperly handles embedded OLE objects, aka "WordPad Security Feature Bypass 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-2018-8307?
CVE-2018-8307 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8307?
The fix for CVE-2018-8307 can be applied by installing the latest security updates from Microsoft.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-8307?
CVE-2018-8307 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8307?
CVE-2018-8307 is categorized as a security feature bypass vulnerability.
Can CVE-2018-8307 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-8307 can potentially be exploited remotely if a user opens a malicious document with embedded OLE objects.