CVE-2019-0908: Jet Database Engine Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows Jet Database Engine improperly handles objects in memory, aka 'Jet Database Engine Remote Code Execution Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0904, CVE-2019-0905, CVE-2019-0906, CVE-2019-0907, CVE-2019-0909, CVE-2019-0974.
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A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows Jet Database Engine improperly handles objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited this vulnerability could execute arbitrary code on a victim system. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by enticing a victim to open a specially crafted file. The update addresses the vulnerability by correcting the way the Windows Jet Database Engine handles objects in memory.
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What is the severity of CVE-2019-0908?
CVE-2019-0908 has a CVSS score that indicates it is a critical remote code execution vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0908?
To fix CVE-2019-0908, apply the Microsoft security update provided for your affected Windows version.
What systems are affected by CVE-2019-0908?
CVE-2019-0908 affects several versions of Microsoft Windows, including Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and various Windows 10 builds.
What does CVE-2019-0908 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2019-0908 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system if they exploit the vulnerability.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-0908?
For CVE-2019-0908, there are no known workarounds; applying the update is the best mitigation.