CVE-2019-0885: Input Validation
Published May 16, 2019
·Updated
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when Microsoft Windows OLE fails to properly validate user input, aka 'Windows OLE Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'.
Affected Software
19 affected components
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 10=1903
Microsoft Windows 7=sp1
Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows RT 8.1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2012
Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2016
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1709
Microsoft Windows Server 2016=1803
Microsoft Windows Server 2019
Remediation
Event History
May 16, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:17 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:17 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2019-0885?
CVE-2019-0885 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2019-0885?
To fix CVE-2019-0885, update your Microsoft Windows software to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
3
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2019-0885?
CVE-2019-0885 affects multiple versions of Microsoft Windows including Windows 7, 8.1, 10, and several Windows Server editions.
4
Can CVE-2019-0885 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-0885 can be exploited remotely if a user opens a specially crafted file.
5
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2019-0885?
Exploitation of CVE-2019-0885 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code and take control of the affected system.