CVE-2018-8393: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 13, 2018

Updated

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Microsoft JET Database Engine that could allow remote code execution on an affected system, aka "Microsoft JET Database Engine 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. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8392.

Affected Software

15 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 Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709

Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1803

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8393

Event History

Sep 13, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8393?

CVE-2018-8393 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8393?

To fix CVE-2018-8393, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your operating system.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2018-8393?

CVE-2018-8393 affects several versions of Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and various Windows Server editions.

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2018-8393?

The potential impact of CVE-2018-8393 includes unauthorized remote code execution, leading to system compromise.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-8393?

While applying updates is the best mitigation for CVE-2018-8393, disabling affected components may serve as a temporary workaround.