Lucene search

K
symantecSymantec Security ResponseSMNTC-105009
HistoryAug 14, 2018 - 12:00 a.m.

Microsoft Windows Cortana CVE-2018-8253 Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

2018-08-1400:00:00
Symantec Security Response
www.symantec.com
11

0.001 Low

EPSS

Percentile

46.2%

Description

Microsoft Windows is prone to a local privilege-escalation vulnerability. A local attacker can exploit this issue to perform unauthorized actions with elevated privileges.

Technologies Affected

  • Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 for 32-bit Systems
  • Microsoft Windows 10 Version 1607 for x64-based Systems
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2016

Recommendations

Permit local access for trusted individuals only. Where possible, use restricted environments and restricted shells.
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker requires local access to an affected computer. Grant local access for trusted and accountable users only.

Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.

0.001 Low

EPSS

Percentile

46.2%

Related for SMNTC-105009