CVE-2018-8445: Infoleak

Published Sep 13, 2018

Updated

An information disclosure vulnerability exists when the Windows kernel improperly handles objects in memory, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability." This affects Windows 10, Windows 10 Servers. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8336, CVE-2018-8419, CVE-2018-8442, CVE-2018-8443, CVE-2018-8446.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Microsoft Windows 10=1803

Microsoft Windows Server=1803

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8445

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-2018-8445?

CVE-2018-8445 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8445?

To fix CVE-2018-8445, ensure that your Windows 10 or Windows Server 1803 systems are updated with the latest security patches provided by Microsoft.

What products are affected by CVE-2018-8445?

CVE-2018-8445 affects Windows 10 version 1803 and Windows Server version 1803.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8445?

CVE-2018-8445 is an information disclosure vulnerability related to improper handling of objects in memory by the Windows kernel.

Can CVE-2018-8445 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2018-8445 is not known to be exploitable remotely but could allow an attacker to gain access to sensitive information.