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CVE-2018-0843

4.7 · MEDIUM

The Windows kernel in Windows 10 version 1709 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an information disclosure vulnerability due to how objects in memory are handled, aka "Windows Kernel Informati…

Published Feb 15, 2018CWE-200EPSS 2.09%

Overview

CVE-2018-0843 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 15, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.7 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.7, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Windows kernel in Windows 10 version 1709 and Windows Server, version 1709 allows an information disclosure vulnerability due to how objects in memory are handled, aka "Windows Kernel Information Disclosure Vulnerability". This CVE is unique from CVE-2018-0742, CVE-2018-0756, CVE-2018-0809 and CVE-2018-0820.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-0843?

CVE-2018-0843 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 15, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.7 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2018-0843?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.7, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-0843?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2018-0843?

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