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The vulnerability CVE-2018-8440 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability that exists when Windows improperly handles calls to Advanced Local Procedure Call (ALPC). This vulnerability affects multiple versions of Windows including Windows 7, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows RT 8.1, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 10, and Windows 10 Servers. The vulnerability could allow an attacker to run arbitrary code in the context of the local system.
Overview
The vulnerability is due to improper handling of calls to Advanced Local Procedure Call (ALPC) by the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by running a specially crafted application on the target system. Successful exploitation could lead to an elevation of privilege, allowing the attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the local system.
Remediation
Microsoft has released updates to address this vulnerability. Users are advised to apply these updates. Users should also consider using an account with the least amount of privileges necessary and avoid visiting untrusted websites or opening email messages from suspicious sources.
References
Early Warning
Armis Early Warning customers received an advanced alert on this vulnerability.
- Armis Alert Date
- Aug 27, 2018
- CISA KEV Date
- Mar 28, 2022
1309days early
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- InformationInformation
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- ConstructionConstruction
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
