CVE-2018-8414
CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
87.9 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
Yes
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows Shell does not properly validate file paths, aka "Windows Shell Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows 10 Servers, Windows 10.
CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
- Date Added
- 2022-03-25
- Patch Due Date
- 2022-04-15
- Ransomware Use
- Unknown
Technical details
- Published
- 2018-08-15
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2018-8414?
A remote code execution vulnerability exists when the Windows Shell does not properly validate file paths, aka "Windows Shell Remote Code Execution Vulnerability." This affects Windows 10 Servers, Windows 10.
Is CVE-2018-8414 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2018-8414 is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, meaning it has been confirmed as actively exploited in the wild. CISA requires federal agencies to patch by 2022-04-15.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2018-8414?
CVE-2018-8414 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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