Exploited
high
7.8
CWE
404
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-8611: Microsoft Windows Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Wed Dec 12 2018(Updated: )

An elevation of privilege vulnerability exists when the Windows kernel fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka "Windows Kernel Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability." This affects Windows 7, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2008, 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 secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Windows 10
Windows 10=1607
Windows 10=1703
Windows 10=1709
Windows 10=1803
Windows 10=1809
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows RT
Microsoft Windows Server=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Windows Server=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1803
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Microsoft Windows Operating System

Remedy

https://portal.msrc.microsoft.com/en-US/security-guidance/advisory/CVE-2018-8611

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.

Read MoreStart Free Trial

Reference Links

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-8611?

    CVE-2018-8611 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for elevation of privilege on affected systems.

  • Which operating systems are affected by CVE-2018-8611?

    CVE-2018-8611 affects several Microsoft operating systems, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and various Windows Server versions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-8611?

    To fix CVE-2018-8611, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows operating system.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-8611?

    CVE-2018-8611 is classified as an elevation of privilege vulnerability in the Windows kernel.

  • Can CVE-2018-8611 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2018-8611 requires local access for an attacker to exploit, making remote exploitation unlikely.

Company

Resources

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2025 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203