CVE-2018-8382: Infoleak
First published: Wed Aug 15 2018(Updated: )
An information disclosure vulnerability exists when Microsoft Excel improperly discloses the contents of its memory, aka "Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | =2010-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Excel | =2013-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Excel | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Excel | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Excel 2013 RT | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Excel Viewer | =2007-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Office | =2016 | |
| Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack | =sp3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-8382?
CVE-2018-8382 is an information disclosure vulnerability in Microsoft Excel that allows improper disclosure of memory contents.
Which software is affected by CVE-2018-8382?
Microsoft Excel Viewer, Microsoft Office, and various versions of Microsoft Excel are affected by CVE-2018-8382.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8382?
CVE-2018-8382 has a severity rating of 5.5, which is considered medium.
How can I fix CVE-2018-8382?
Apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft to address the CVE-2018-8382 vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-8382?
For more information about CVE-2018-8382, you can refer to the following sources: [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105000), [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041463), and [Microsoft Security Guidance Advisory](https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8382).
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