CVE-2018-8413
First published: Wed Oct 10 2018(Updated: )
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when "Windows Theme API" does not properly decompress files, aka "Windows Theme API Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows 7, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2012, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 10, Windows 10 Servers.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 10 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1607 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1703 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows 10 | =1809 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.1 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium | =r2-sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2012 x64 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1709 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2016 | =1803 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2019 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-8413?
CVE-2018-8413 is classified as a critical remote code execution vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-8413?
To fix CVE-2018-8413, install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected version of Windows.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-8413?
CVE-2018-8413 affects multiple versions of Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012, and Windows 10.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8413?
CVE-2018-8413 is a remote code execution vulnerability related to the Windows Theme API.
Can CVE-2018-8413 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-8413 can be exploited remotely if a user views a specially crafted theme file.
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