CVE-2018-8344: Code Injection

Published Aug 15, 2018

Updated

A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows font library improperly handles specially crafted embedded fonts, aka "Microsoft Graphics Remote Code Execution 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.

Affected Software

18 affected components

Microsoft Windows 10

Microsoft Windows 10=1607

Microsoft Windows 10=1703

Microsoft Windows 10=1709

Microsoft Windows 10=1803

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709

Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1803

Event History

Aug 15, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·05:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·05:00 PM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8344?

The severity of CVE-2018-8344 is rated as critical.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8344?

To fix CVE-2018-8344, ensure that your system is updated with the latest patches from Microsoft.

What systems are affected by CVE-2018-8344?

CVE-2018-8344 affects several versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server editions.

Can CVE-2018-8344 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-8344 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted embedded fonts.

What type of attack can CVE-2018-8344 enable?

CVE-2018-8344 can enable remote code execution attacks, allowing an attacker to run arbitrary code on the victim's system.