CVE-2018-8568: XSS

Published Nov 14, 2018

Updated

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when Microsoft SharePoint Server does not properly sanitize a specially crafted web request to an affected SharePoint server, aka "Microsoft SharePoint Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Microsoft SharePoint Server, Microsoft SharePoint. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2018-8572.

Affected Software

3 affected components

Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server=2016

Microsoft SharePoint Foundation=2013-sp1

Microsoft SharePoint Server=2019

Remediation

Patch Available

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8568

Event History

Nov 14, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 AM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·01:29 AM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-8568?

CVE-2018-8568 has a severity rating of important, indicating a significant risk to affected systems.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8568?

To fix CVE-2018-8568, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected SharePoint version.

Which versions of Microsoft SharePoint are affected by CVE-2018-8568?

CVE-2018-8568 affects Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise Server 2016, SharePoint Foundation 2013 SP1, and SharePoint Server 2019.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8568?

CVE-2018-8568 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability.

Can CVE-2018-8568 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-8568 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted web requests to the affected SharePoint server.