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CVE-2018-0942

2.6 · LOW

Internet Explorer in Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, and Windows Se…

Published Mar 14, 2018EPSS 3.08%

Overview

CVE-2018-0942 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 14, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 2.6 (LOW).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 2.6, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Internet Explorer in Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2012 and R2, Windows 10 Gold, 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, and Windows Server 2016 allow elevation of privilege, due to how Internet Explorer handles zone and integrity settings, aka "Internet Explorer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability".

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-2018-0942?

CVE-2018-0942 is a low-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 14, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 2.6 (LOW).

How severe is CVE-2018-0942?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 2.6, rated LOW. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-0942?

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-2018-0942?

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